Cat-Cow • Zig Cue

A great warm-up shape flow that mobilizes the spine with breath and motion

For kids—and grown-ups too

Good For

Mobility • Flexibility

Timing • Rhythm

After sitting • Before outdoor play

Brain break • Transition time • Ages 3+

Build the Shape

• Start on hands and knees

• Inhale, drop belly and lift head (Cow)

• Exhale, round spine, chin to chest (Cat)

• Flow with steady breath

• Press through hands

Breathe and move.

Steady and free.

Great before/after active time or just to unwind.

Also called 

Cat Cow Pose

Other activities to try

• Press into Down Dog

• Add in some squats

• Reach one leg back

  
  

ZigZag Creature Tip

Harnell likes this shape.

Steady effort

Strong results

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Side Step Shuffle

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This practice is for educational purposes. 

Please listen to your body and modify 

as needed. Younger children should use 

guidance and supervision.