Which breath is associated with Downward Facing Dog in the sequence?

• A. Inhale
• B. Exhale
• C. Hold
• D. Jump

Answer: (C)

In this sequence, Downward Facing Dog is paired with a held breath, meaning you stay in the pose with your breath paused rather than actively inhaling or exhaling while you’re there. This helps you settle into the posture with stability, length through the spine, and engagement through the arms and shoulders. The goal is to maintain a steady, controlled rhythm as you build a strong foundation before moving on to the next pose. Inhale or exhale would introduce movement in the breath that can disrupt the sense of balance and length in the pose, and jumping isn’t a breathing cue at all.