Walkout to Downward Dog
The Walkout to Downward Dog mainly works the hamstrings and core, with help from the calves / shins and shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Walkout to Downward Dog Muscles Worked
Primary
Hamstrings; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Upper Calf (gastrocnemius); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Walkout to Downward Dog
Setup
Start standing with your feet hip-width apart and your core engaged.
Movement
Hinge at your hips and place your hands on the floor in front of you. Keep your knees as straight as possible to feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
Walk your hands forward one at a time until you reach a plank position. Immediately move into your next stage.
Push your hips up and back while driving your chest toward your legs, transitioning into a Downward Dog position, forming an inverted 'V' shape.
Hold the stretch for a second, feeling it in your shoulders and calves.
Walk your hands back toward your feet while maintaining a steady, controlled pace to return to the starting standing position.
Walkout to Downward Dog FAQs
What muscles does the Walkout to Downward Dog work?
The Walkout to Downward Dog mainly works the hamstrings and core, with help from the calves / shins and shoulders. The main muscles are the hamstrings and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Walkout to Downward Dog?
None. The Walkout to Downward Dog is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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