Puppy pose

Muscles worked: Back, Shoulders, Chest
BackShouldersChest
🔧 no equipment ⭐ Best with yoga mat ⏱ sec Difficulty:

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Walk hands forward, keeping hips over knees. Lower chest to the floor, resting forehead or chin. Press palms into the floor, engage shoulders, and maintain a gentle upper back curve. Engage your core to support your lower back.

Muscles Worked

Teres MajorRear DeltsAbs (410):

Tips

To initiate the movement, focus on lifting your hips high over your knees, creating a stable base and preventing lower back strain. Gently guide your heart forward towards the floor, allowing your chest to descend and opening up your shoulders. Actively press your shoulders away from your ears to prevent tension and promote a wider chest stretch. Engage your core muscles lightly to stabilize your torso and protect your lower back throughout the exercise, preventing excessive arching or rounding. Finally, keep your elbows slightly lifted away from your body to encourage proper shoulder engagement and prevent wrist discomfort.

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