Butterfly Pose

Baddha Konasana

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beginner level
  • shoulders down
  • stretch upward
  • open the chest, direct it upwards
  • lengthen the spine
  • open the feet like a book
  • spreading the knees, direct them back in line with the hips
  • external rotation of the hips
  • opening in the hip joints
  • gently guide the knees towards the floor
  • bring the heels closer to the groin

Baddha Konasana facilitates the opening of the hip joints. It is recommended for alleviating menstrual pain.