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Butterfly Yoga Pose

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How to Do It

  1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
  2. Bend your knees and bring the soles of your feet together, allowing your knees to fall out to the sides.
  3. Hold onto your ankles or feet with your hands.
  4. Sit up tall and lengthen your spine.
  5. Gently press your knees down towards the floor, feeling a stretch in your inner thighs.
  6. Hold this position for a few breaths.
  7. To release, slowly bring your knees back up and extend your legs.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Body Weight

Muscles Worked

PrimaryAdductors
Secondary
HamstringsGroin