butterfly yoga pose
butterfly yoga pose is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
Step 2
Bend your knees and bring the soles of your feet together, allowing your knees to fall out to the sides.
Step 3
Hold onto your ankles or feet with your hands.
Step 4
Sit up tall and lengthen your spine.
Step 5
Gently press your knees down towards the floor, feeling a stretch in your inner thighs.
Step 6
Hold this position for a few breaths.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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