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Downward-Facing Dog

Shoulder flexion, scapular movement and pelvic cueing are separate observations.

Arm supportBase: The hands and the soles of both feetSpine: Axial extension
01 / Whole poseSchematic view
Shoulder
Choose a marker or use the region list. View: schematic side view.
Notice before you name it

Where is the arm relative to the trunk, not relative to the room?

02 / Linked close-up

Shoulder

Same pose.
Same variation.
Shoulder
Upper arm, shoulder and rib-cage reference. Detail remains schematic.

The arms are overhead relative to the trunk: shoulder flexion.

An arm can be in shoulder flexion while the hands are on the floor.

Schematic interaction preview. Figures are simplified, not reviewed anatomical illustrations. The full lesson animations and production anatomy layers are specified in the PRD, not implemented here. Watching is a complete way to participate.