Dogs doing yoga!

This adorable book, created by photographer Daniel Borris, features different dog breeds in a variety of different yoga poses

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Tree pose variation

Also known as Vrksasana.

 

In humans, this pose:

• Stretches inner thighs, chest and shoulders
• Strengthens calves, ankles and spine
• Improves sense of balance

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Downward-facing dog

Also known as Adho Mukha Svanasana.

 

In humans, this pose:

• Strengthens arms and legs
• Streches shoulders, hamstrings, calves, arches and hands
• Improves digestion
• Energizes the body

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Half lord of the fishes

Also known as Ardha Matsyendrasana.

 

In humans, this pose:

• Stretches neck, shoulders and hips
• Energizes spine
• Reduces asthma
• Relieves fatigue and back pain

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Half lord of the fishes

Also known as Ardha Matsyendrasana.

 

In humans, this pose:

• Stretches neck, shoulders and hips
• Energizes spine
• Reduces asthma
• Relieves fatigue and back pain

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Plow pose

Also known as Halasana.

 

In humans, this pose:

• Stretches shoulders and spine
• Relieves stress
• Reduces fatigue

 

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Lord of the dance

Also known as Natarajasana.

 

In humans, this pose:

• Streches shoulders, chest, abdomen and thighs
• Strengthens legs and ankles
• Improves sense of balance

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Yoga dogs and more!

For more of these flexible pups, check out Yoga Dogs, created by professional photographer Daniel Borris. Borris’ creations also include calendars featuring dogs, puppies, cat and kittens doing yoga.

 

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