Extended Puppy Pose

Uttana Sisosana

Walk the hands forward from all fours while keeping the hips near knee height and lowering the chest.

Uttana means extended; shishu means puppy or child.

Movement guidance

Preparation
Place the knees beneath the pelvis and prepare forehead support.
Entry and alignment
Walk the hands forward and lower the chest and forehead. Keep the hips near the knees without forcing the armpits downward.
Hold and breathe
Do not press the chest to the floor to deepen the shape. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Walk the hands back toward the body and lift to all fours.