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 Adho Mukha Svanasana, commonly known as Downward-Facing Dog Pose, is a fundamental yoga pose that combines stretching and strengthening. Here are the steps to practice this pose:

1. Start on your hands and knees in a tabletop position. Your wrists should be under your shoulders, and your knees under your hips.

2. Exhale and tuck your toes under, then lift your hips up toward the ceiling, coming into an inverted V shape.

3. Press firmly into your palms and fingers, spreading them wide for stability. Your hands should be shoulder-width apart.

4. Straighten your arms and legs as much as your flexibility allows. It's okay to keep a slight bend in your knees if needed, especially if you're a beginner.

5. Engage your core muscles and draw your navel in toward your spine.

6. Lengthen your spine, reaching your tailbone up toward the ceiling and your heels toward the floor.

7. Keep your head in line with your arms, so your ears are between your upper arms. Relax your neck, looking down at your feet or toward your navel.

8. Hold the pose for 30 seconds to a minute, breathing deeply and evenly.

Adho Mukha Svanasana is excellent for stretching the entire body, particularly the back, hamstrings, and calves. It also strengthens the arms, shoulders, and core muscles while promoting relaxation and stress relief.