During the transition from Downward Facing Dog to the next position, what is the instructed pose?

During the transition from Downward Facing Dog to the next position, what is the instructed pose?

• A. Downward Facing Dog
• B. High Plank
• C. Cobra Pose
• D. Child's Pose

Answer: (B)

From Downward Facing Dog, the next instructed pose is High Plank. This transition keeps the body in a strong, straight line with shoulders over wrists and the core actively engaged, which sets up the next steps in the flow—usually lowering through Chaturanga or moving into Upward Dog. Maintaining this position preserves momentum and proper alignment, helping protect the lower back and shoulders. Returning to Downward Facing Dog would break the flow, while Cobra is typically entered after lowering, and Child’s Pose is a resting option, not the direct transition in this sequence.

From Downward Facing Dog, the next instructed pose is High Plank. This transition keeps the body in a strong, straight line with shoulders over wrists and the core actively engaged, which sets up the next steps in the flow—usually lowering through Chaturanga or moving into Upward Dog. Maintaining this position preserves momentum and proper alignment, helping protect the lower back and shoulders. Returning to Downward Facing Dog would break the flow, while Cobra is typically entered after lowering, and Child’s Pose is a resting option, not the direct transition in this sequence.