Extended Puppy Pose
Uttana Shishosana

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.
Cautions
- Avoid if there is knee injury
Benefits of Extended Puppy Pose
- Stretches and lengthens the spine
- Stretches the shoulders
- Relieves tension and insomnia
- Relieves gas
Extended Puppy Pose Details
- Sanskrit Name
- Uttana Shishosana
- Pronunciation
- oo-TAHN-nah shee-SHO-sah-nah
- Pose Level
- Beginner
- Drishti
- Bhrumadhye (Third Eye)
- Pose Type
- Backbends, Chest Openers
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