Child's Pose: Deep Relaxation & Full Body Stretch

Muscle Group:

Lower Back

Type:

Static

Difficulty:

Beginner

Equipment:

None

Child's Pose: Deep Relaxation & Full Body Stretch

Latissimus Dorsi, Erector Spinae, Gluteus Maximus

Description

Spinal twist starting on your hands and knees. Bring your big toes together and sit your hips back towards your heels. Reach arms forward, lowering your chest.

Progression

Reach arms further forward, hold for longer

Feel sensation

Gentle stretch in the lower back, lats, and hips.

Common mistakes

Not keeping hips back, not relaxing the shoulders