Knees-to-Chest Stretch

Difficulty

Beginner

Position

Floor

Type

Static stretching, Yoga

Sides

Single position

Hold time

30–120 s per set in our routines

How to do the Knees-to-Chest Stretch

1. Lie on your back with legs extended and arms by your sides.
2. Bend both knees and draw them toward your chest.
3. Wrap your arms around your shins and hug the knees in, breathing deeply.

Tips

• Let your head and neck relax on the floor.
• Keep your lower back gently pressing into the mat.

Adjustments

• Hold behind your thighs instead of the shins if that feels better for your body.

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