12 Questions
What does the instructor recommend doing to help keep the shoulders away from the ears in downward dog?
Relaxing the arms and letting the elbows splay out slightly
What is the purpose of the 'pedaling' motion with the legs in downward dog?
To help loosen up the body before moving into the pose
What is the cue given for the transition from downward dog to plank?
Bend the right knee and bring it to the right elbow
What is the purpose of the 'runner's lunge' variation mentioned in the text?
To increase flexibility in the hips
What is the cue given for the transition from downward dog to warrior two?
Inhale the right leg up, exhale step it forward between the hands
What is the purpose of the 'flat back' position mentioned in the text?
To transition to a forward fold
What is the first exercise described in the text?
Cat Cow Pose
In the Thread the Needle exercise, which arm is threaded underneath first?
Left arm
What is the purpose of the exercise where one arm and opposite leg are raised simultaneously?
To engage the core muscles
What is the final exercise described in the text?
Downward Dog
What is the importance of breathing during these exercises?
All of the above
In the exercise where the arm and opposite leg are raised, what instruction is given regarding the back?
Do not let the back arch
This quiz focuses on warming up the spine with the Cat Cow pose and stretching with the Thread the Needle pose. Learn the correct breathing techniques and movements to properly warm up and stretch your spine in a yoga routine.
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