Extended Puppy Pose is like a morphing of Downward Facing Dog and Child’s Pose. Its a wonderful shoulder opener with lots of variations. Here are 4 that I find really helpful.
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Normal Uttana Shishosana has arms extended out in front, chest relaxed down towards the mat, and chin or forehead resting on the mat and your hips above knees.
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For a more intense sensation try resting your elbows on blocks in front of you and allow your head to relax down.
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For less low back pressure try resting your elbows on a chair or your inversion trainer.
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If you want to get some inner thigh stretch and the shoulders try your puppy with a leg extension.
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