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Butterfly Stretch
A seated stretch for the inner thighs, pressing the soles of the feet together with the knees dropped out.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- adductors · hip flexors
- Goals
- mobility
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Category
- Stretching
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Sit tall and press the soles of your feet together.
- Let your knees drop out toward the floor.
- Hold your feet and sit up tall.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Gently press the knees down with your elbows for more stretch.
- Bring your heels closer to your body to increase intensity.