Look Hot Yoga (Downward Dog) – Episode 4/6
Eleanora focusses on Downward Dog Pose and its’ variations in this fourth episode of Look Hot Yoga. As a bonus, you will also learn about strengthening your abdominal muscles through Yoga, proper breathing, Cat Pose, Child’s Pose, Dog Tilt, Pillow Sit, Upward Leg Stretch, Wrist Pose, and Wrist Rotations.
Episode 4 Step-By-Step
1. Namaste: In our initial Namaste, we’re going to focus on our breathing. Pay close attention to your methods of inhalation and exhalation in order to better focus yourself.
2. Cat Pose: After you’ve positioned yourself on all fours – move into Cat Pose. This is a wonderful position for the abdominal muscles. Pull your navel toward your spine and feel your core muscles contract. Hold this for a moment and move into the next position.
3. Dog Tilt: Imagine Dog Tilt as the antithesis of Cat Pose. In Cat Pose your spine is extended and your core is contracted, whereas in Dog Tilt the opposite is true: your spine becomes pressed together and your core is extended. Take a moment as you did in Cat Pose to flex your core muscles and then move into the repetitions.
4. Upward Leg Stretch: As you ascend into the Upward Leg Stretch try and focus on the position of your feet and hands. You should be stretching your toes on the balls of your feet while keeping your hands as far from your head as is comfortable. Really try and extend yourself.
5. Pillow Sit with Wrist Rotations: Enjoy this pose for a few minutes in order to relax yourself. Release any tension you’ve built up in your hips as well as your wrists. Remember to always be conscious of your breathing.
6. Wrist Pose: The Wrist Pose is a great way to increase circulation to your hands and arms. It’s important to remember not to lock your arms – this greatly decreases overall circulation to your arms.
7. Child’s Pose: After you’ve unfolded into Child’s Pose you should find yourself in a state of complete relaxation. Spend as much time here as you like…
8. Namaste: In our closing Namaste, reflect on the new poses that you experienced today. To finish, focus on your breathing and yourself.
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