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hello everyone,

 

does anyone know why the pose is called "downward dog?"

 

i have to write an article on dogs and yoga. i have a very difficult

time finding information i am looking for.

 

is it true that thousands of years ago, monks used to watch animals in

the forests and get inspired for yoga poses?

 

any help is appreciated. basically, i'd like to know how dog poses came

into yoga, which ones and the role of animals in yoga.

 

many thnx in advance for help

 

carolyn

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Hi Carolyn. Yes, Rochelle is right. Do a search on Yogajournal.com

and I'm sure you will find some more helpful information. Also, in

the December issue, there is a section that explains the complexities

of this pose. Down Dog may be a little hard to do at first, but find

yourself in it and it might just become your favorite pose. Don't be

discouraged if your heals do not touch the floor. Find peace in the

pose. The final pose should resemble the capital letter "A".

 

Yes, this pose was named "downward dog" after the strech dogs do

after a nap or when they greet you. Many names of poses are from

nature/animals: tree, cow face, cat, etc.

 

If you don't do any other yoga poses, do this one! Enjoy and good

luck on your writing.

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