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butterfly yoga pose
Target

adductors

Equipment

body weight

butterfly yoga pose

upper legs

How to Perform the butterfly yoga pose

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.

Secondary Muscles

hamstringsgroin