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What part of the body does the downward dog pose affect?

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

MAINLY...: •stronger hands, wrists, low-back, hamstrings, calves and achilles tendon •decrease in back pain by strengthening the entire back and shoulder girdle •increased full-body circulation although there are other benefits as well (thanks to my yoga-loving daughter for the heads-up on where to look.).

Answered 1/30/2013

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