| What is Extended Puppy Pose? |
| Extended puppy pose, or uttana shishosana in Sanskrit, gives a deep stretch to the spine. With the knees on the floor and hips lifted, the yogi walks the hands forward and lowers the chest toward the floor. |
| Instructions |
| Begin in tabletop pose with the knees hip distance wide.Exhale and walk the hands far forward, keeping them shoulder distance wide. Keep the hips over the knees.Release the chest toward the floor. If possible, rest the forehead on the floor.Breathe while holding the pose. |
Anna Godfrey 