Urdhva Mukha Svanasana Upward-Facing Dog Pose © Leslie Kaminoff's Yoga Anatomy B E N E F I T S — Improves posture — Strengthens the spine, arms, wrists — Stretches chest and lungs, shoulders, and abdomen — Firms the buttocks — Stimulates abdominal organs — Helps relieve mild depression, fatigue, and sciatica — Therapeutic for asthma by terry