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Shanthi Yoga – Adho Mukha Svanasana

Adho Mukha Svanasana (AH-doh MOO-kah shvah-NAHS-anna), also commonly known as Downward Dog is the most basic and widely-used yoga pose. The name comes from the Sanskrit words adhas meaning ‘down’, mukha meaning ‘face’, svana meaning ‘dog’ and asana meaning ‘posture’ or ‘seat.’