Yes, You Can Do Yoga: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Yoga Poses

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Get stronger and more flexible (even if you've never downward-dogged in your life) with these moves from Marc McDonald and Jess Lopez, instructors at the Mind Body Studios at The Sports Club/LA in Boston.

By Lindsey Emery

Downward Dog: Beginner

Start on all fours with hands directly under shoulders, knees under hips.
Walk hands a few inches forward and spread fingers wide, pressing palms into mat.
Curl toes under and slowly press hips toward ceiling, bringing your body into an inverted V, pressing shoulders away from ears. Feet should be hip-width apart, knees slightly bent.
Hold for 3 full breaths.

Next: Downward Dog: Intermediate