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A downward dog alternative, taking the pressure off your wrists, good for shoulders and arms, and a building block towards trying shoulder stands. 1 Begin on all fours, with wrists under shoulders and knees under hips. 2 Palms should be down, with parallel forearms (clasp hands as an alternative). 3 Drop elbows to the mat, under your shoulders. 4 Tuck toes under and lift knees to push up legs. Straighten, ensuring spine is also long and straight, and shoulders aren’t bunched up around your ears. 5 Push down on your forearms and hold. 6 Return your knees to the mat to come out. (As always, know your own body and be aware of any injuries).