Downward Facing Dog Pose – Adho Mukha Svanasana

ehow.com — Downward Facing Dog is done many times in Yoga classes, particularly during Surya Namaskar, the Sun Salutation. This is a transitional pose as well as a resting pose. It is also a great strengthener in its own right and may be the first yoga pose you encounter as you start your Yoga practices.