Butterfly Stretch
Muscle Groups: Adductors
Butterfly Stretch focuses on Adductors, with Hips, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Butterfly Stretch with proper form and technique.
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Sit on the floor with your back straight and legs extended in front of you.
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Bend your knees and bring the soles of your feet together, allowing your knees to drop out to the sides.
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Gently pull your feet closer to your body while sitting tall, feeling a stretch in your inner thighs.
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Hold the position for 20-30 seconds, breathing deeply and relaxing into the stretch.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Butterfly Stretch safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight to avoid straining your lower back.
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Avoid forcing your knees down; go only as far as comfortable.
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Do not round your back; maintain an upright posture throughout the stretch.
Secondary Muscles
While Butterfly Stretch primarily targets Adductors , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Lower Back . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Butterfly Stretch, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Butterfly Stretch, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
