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Down Dog to Knee Plank Pulse

Liney Bezuidenhout
Liney Bezuidenhout
@Liney Bezuidenhout

Optional Equipment

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Yoga Mat

Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

Setup

Start in a traditional Downward Facing Dog position, with your hands firmly planted on the floor, hips lifted high, and body forming an inverted V-shape.

Movement

  1. Shift to Plank: Engage your core and smoothly transition forward, lowering your hips until your body forms a straight line from head to heels, similar to a high plank.

  2. Knee Drive: As you reach the plank position, drive one knee toward your chest or opposite elbow, contracting your abdominal muscles firmly.

  3. Return: Immediately push back up into the Downward Facing Dog position, extending your leg behind you.

  4. Repeat: Continue the flow, alternating legs with each plank transition.

Key Tips

  • Maintain a steady flow and avoid rushing the transitions.

  • Keep your palms pressed firmly into the floor during the entire duration.

  • Ensure your hips do not sag when moving into the plank phase.