Butterfly Stretch (Baddha Konasana)

Sit on the floor with the soles of your feet together and heels drawn toward your body, gently press your knees down toward the floor while folding your torso forward.

60s holdIntermediateSeatedNo equipment

How to do the Butterfly Stretch (Baddha Konasana)

  1. Sit on the floor with the soles of your feet together and heels drawn toward your body.
  2. Gently press your knees down toward the floor while folding your torso forward.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Hips, Glutes, Hamstrings.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Hip Bursitis, Piriformis Syndrome.

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