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Child's Pose

  • Beginner
  • Shoulders · Upper Back · Lower Back

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Setup instructions

1) Start on all fours - hands directly under your shoulders and knees under your hips. Keep the back flat and head neutral.

Perform instructions

1) Keep your arms in place and push your tailbone back so you're sitting on your heels.
(you can use a bolster under the heels if required or separate the knees and bring the bigs toes together if it's more comfortable.)

2) Hold this position until the end of the timer.

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Health benefits

Recovery · Flexibility · Mental

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