Child's Pose

Muscle Groups

Primary Muscles:

lower back

Secondary Muscles:

glutes middle back

Exercise Demonstration

Demonstration of Child's Pose exercise showing proper form and technique Alternative demonstration of Child's Pose exercise

Description:

Get on your hands and knees, walk your hands in front of you. Lower your buttocks down to sit on your heels. Let your arms drag along the floor as you sit back to stretch your entire spine. Once you settle onto your heels, bring your hands next to your feet and relax. "breathe" into your back. Rest your forehead on the floor. Avoid this position if you have knee problems.

Exercise Information

Category: stretching
Level: beginner
Force Type: static