Make Downward Dog feel good for you - José de Groot

Would you like to get more out of your Downward Dog pose? Then check out this video, where José explains the purpose of practicing Downward Facing Dog and the challenges that may arise. She offers options, variations, and adaptations to help you feel a stretch in your hamstrings and an elongation in your spine, all while avoiding any strain or tension in your shoulders. Learn how to tailor each pose to your unique body, rather than forcing yourself into the 'perfect' pose. The used functional approach to yoga by José focuses on your personal experience when doing the pose and ensures that you are effectively stimulating your body, leading to a more introspective practice and a deeper connection.
Want to learn more? Then check out her course, Adapting Yin and Yang Yoga Poses in a Functional Way on the EkhartYoga Academy: www.ekhart-academy.com/adapti...
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[@davelane4055]

Thank you for making this easier to comprehend

[@varenneriocha8712]

You answered a question which I should have asked long ago but never asked.
;-)

[@isabelc.m9593]

this was wonderful but surprised you didn't mention the bending of the knees and how that can be so helpful to lengthen the spine to avoid the rounding and to bring more ease into the pose.

[@Janeameliayogajourney]

So helpful thank you xx

[@Ekhartyoga]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy xx

[@showorchid72]

Thanks for the detailed instructions on the pose. Can any yoga props be used to help with this pose ?

[@Ekhartyoga]

Hi! What problem are you experiencing with the downward dog pose? Props may be helpful, but we need to understand your issue in order to assist you further ❤️

[@maiyapercy]

I can’t reach the ground with my heels and yes, I feel a lot of pressure in my shoulders and hands. But to make the down dog more narrow, doesn’t help take the pressure away. What else could I try? Because my heels still don’t really touch the ground when I make it more narrow.

[@Ekhartyoga]

You can try to widen your hands a bit more and turn them out. This might reduce the pressure on your shoulders. If you feel a stretch in the back of your legs and that's why you can't bring your heels fully down, don't worry! It will change with practice, or it might just be a peculiarity of your skeleton. Be kind to yourself ❤️

[@maiyapercy]

@@Ekhartyoga Thank you. I will try this. 🙏🏻💛

[@shannonknox100]

when it is done with ease - it is suppose to be a resting posture.