Chaturanga to upward dog

Chaturanga dandasana and upward-facing dog (urdhva mukha svanasana) — besides being a mouthful, these poses are ubiquitous in many yoga classes. But when we show up and aren’t instructed on proper form, we can easily injure ourselves if we don’t have the upper body or core strength to perform these asana with integrity. In this video, I’ll show you how […]

SIGN UP FOR MY **FREE** 7 DAY “HIPS DON’T LIE” PROGRAM TO IMPROVE HIP FLEXIBILITY! If you’ve ever taken a Vinyasa flow class, you’ve probably gone through a flow. A Vinyasa is the movement we do from downward dog to plank, chatarangua, upward dog and back into downward dog. This motion requires […]

One of the most comprehensive things a yoga beginner can learn is the chaturanga dandasana flow! Down Dog, High Plank, Chaturanga then back to Down Dog! Practice these postures and Vinyasa flow will be a breeze!

KNEES-CHEST-CHIN // Seems so easy, yet almost every beginner gets it wrong. This pose (also known as Ashtanga Namaskara) is a great way to…

Struggling with downward dog? Unable to nail your chaturanga? Make these tweaks and improve your yoga form.

@roxanne_yoga on Core Poses ・・・ Some basic core (yoga) poses to strengthen both your core and arms, and also keep your thighs engaged so you work your whole body. Remember to always draw your belly into spine, and keep shoulders away from ears! Hold for 30-45seconds for each pose (Except upward facing dog & chaturanga) #foxyroxyyoga #yoga #yogatutorial

Last week I linked to Nadine's post on pelvic alignment for upward facing dog. This week, more on that pesky SI joint in the tricky transition between plank pose and upward facing dog. For me, plank pose really sets the tone of your sun salutations, so it's worth spending some time to make sure you are set up properly. If you have SI issues and you naturally tend towards an anterior pelvic tilt (or as Nadine calls it, "sexy back" - LOL), then plank pose is another pose where you want to tuck…

Welcome back to our How to Yoga post series! Today, we’re diving into the Upward Facing Dog pose. This powerful backbend opens the chest and strengthens the spine. Ready to give it a try? - If you experience lower back discomfort, keep a slight bend in your elbows. - Focus on lifting your chest rather than pushing your shoulders up to avoid tension in the neck. **Show us your Upward Facing Dog!** 🐶✨ Tag us in your posts :) Namaste 🙏 . . #UpwardFacingDog #UrdhvaMukhaSvanasana #YogaPose…

If you need a little inspiration for your yoga practice, try focusing on Triangle pose. Here are our tips for correct alignment. 🧘‍♀️

After Chaturanga, the next poses are Upward-Facing Dog and then Downward-facing dog. Caturaṅga Daṇḍāsana is not an easy pose. It takes a lot of technique to do it correctly. Instructions: Keep your whole body engaged (strong legs, arms and upper body), Hands below your shoulders, elbows by your sides, shift forward slowly lower down, stop when your shoulders are in line with your elbows. Chaturanga Variation: Keep your knees on the floor!

Last week I linked to Nadine's post on pelvic alignment for upward facing dog. This week, more on that pesky SI joint in the tricky transition between plank pose and upward facing dog. For me, plank pose really sets the tone of your sun salutations, so it's worth spending some time to make sure you are set up properly. If you have SI issues and you naturally tend towards an anterior pelvic tilt (or as Nadine calls it, "sexy back" - LOL), then plank pose is another pose where you want to tuck…

Ashtanga Surya Namaskar A Surya Namaskar, or Sun Salutation, is a fundamental sequence in Ashtanga Yoga with significant physical, mental, and spiritual benefits: 1. Physical Warm-Up: It prepares the body for the asana practice by warming up muscles, increasing heart rate, and improving circulation. 2. Breath Awareness: Synchronizing breath with movement (Vinyasa) enhances lung capacity, improves respiratory function, and brings focus to the breath. 3. Foundation Building: It teaches esse...

Want to learn more about Downward Dog Pose, aka Adho Mukha Svanasana? In this post, we share the benefits of Down Dog, a complete yoga pose breakdown, contraindications, modifications and more. This tutorial will help you expand your possibilities with Downward-Facing Dog. #yoga #yogaposes #yogatips #yogaforbeginners #yogastepbystep

When you do vinyasas and Sun Salutations, there’s no Downward Dog without Upward-Facing Dog Pose. Learn how to do it with this tutorial!

Four-Limbed Staff Pose, also known as Chaturanga Dandasana, is a challenging yoga pose that requires strength and proper alignment. It is one of the foundational poses in vinyasa flow yoga. And often used as a transition between other poses such as plank and upward facing dog. At first glance, it may seem intimidating and unattainable. But with practice and patience, anyone can learn to do it correctly.