Etymology and Origin  The word Adho Mukha Svanasana derives from the pose’s resemblance to the way a dog stretches when waking. It is a Sanskrit word, the adho means “down”, mukha means “face”, svana means “dog”, and asana means “posture” or “seat”. This yoga pose is not found in the medieval hatha yoga texts, but a similar posture, Gajasana or Elephant Pose, was described in the 18th century Hathabhyasapaddhati; the text calls for it to be recited “over and over again” from an apt position. Adho Mukha Svanasana or Downward Facing Dog pose has positive effects on the musculoskeletal system. It is a great way to stretch your hamstring and…