Child Pose

Execution Guide

  1. Kneel on the floor with toes together and knees apart.
  2. Sit back onto your heels.
  3. Fold forward, extending your arms in front of you.
  4. Rest your forehead on the floor.
  5. Breathe deeply and hold.

Range of Motion

Kneeling upright to fully folded forward.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Not sitting back far enough
  • ×Tensing the shoulders
  • ×Holding the breath

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest intervalNone

Goal

Rest and stretch the lower back, hips, and shoulders

Difficulty

Beginner

Burn (10m)

5-10

Equipment

Exercise Mat

Anatomy

Primary
Lower BackHips
Secondary
ShouldersAnkles