Child's Pose Stretch
Muscle Groups: Quads, Adductors, Lower Back
Child's Pose Stretch focuses on Quads, Adductors, Lower Back, with Lats, Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Child's Pose Stretch with proper form and technique.
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Start on your hands and knees with your wrists aligned under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
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Gently sit back on your heels, extending your arms forward and lowering your chest toward the floor.
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Hold this position, feeling the stretch in your lower back and thighs, and breathe deeply.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Child's Pose Stretch safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your neck relaxed and aligned with your spine to avoid discomfort.
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Avoid forcing your body into the stretch; only go as far as comfortable.
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If your hips don't reach your heels, place a cushion between them for support.
Secondary Muscles
While Child's Pose Stretch primarily targets Quads, Adductors, Lower Back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats, Traps . 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 Child's Pose Stretch, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Child's Pose 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.
