Happy baby
Also called lying hip stretch, knees to armpits
- Works
- Inner thigh · adductors
- Buttocks · gluteus maximus
- Lower back · erector spinae
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Lie on your back. Bring your knees toward your armpits.
Steps
- Hold the outside of your feet, your ankles or your shins.
- Let your knees open wide.
- Rock gently from side to side if you like.
- Hold for the time you chose.
Breathing
Breathe slowly. Let each breath out take you a little further, without forcing it.
Where you feel it
In your inner thighs, hips and lower back.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the head and shoulders.
- Pulling hard on the feet.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.