Downward Dog with Leg Lift
Leg Lift
A downward-dog variation that adds a controlled single-leg lift while maintaining shoulder support and pelvic control.
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Glutes · Core · Shoulders
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Exercise Demonstration
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Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Press the hands firmly into the floor.
Lift the hips upward and backward.
Reach one leg behind you while keeping the hips square.
Use a range that keeps the lower back controlled.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Opening the pelvis excessively to lift the leg higher.
Arching the lower back.
Collapsing through the shoulders.
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