Child's Pose

Technique

How to perform Child's Pose

1. Begin on your hands and knees and reach your hands a little forward.
2. Move your hips back toward your heels and fold your torso forward.
3. Rest your forehead on the floor as you settle into a comfortable position.
4. Bring your arms alongside your legs with your hands near your feet and relax your shoulders.
5. Breathe normally during the prescribed hold, then use your hands to help return to kneeling.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved