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Instructions
- Start on your hands and knees on a yoga mat.
- Bring your big toes to touch and sit your hips back toward your heels.
- Extend your arms forward with palms facing down.
- Lower your forehead to the mat and relax your neck.
- Hold the position for the desired duration while breathing deeply.
Technical Tips
- Keep your arms extended for a deeper shoulder stretch.
- Allow your hips to sink fully back toward your heels.
- Widen your knees if needed for greater comfort and hip opening.
Breathing Tips
- Inhale deeply through the nose as you settle into position.
- Exhale slowly to deepen the stretch and relax the body.
- Maintain a slow, steady breathing rhythm throughout the hold.
Restrictions médicales
- Knee injuries
- Ankle discomfort
- Severe lower back pain
- Pregnancy after the first trimester
What is Child's Pose good for?
Child's Pose is excellent for relieving lower back tension, stretching the hips and shoulders, and promoting deep relaxation and recovery.
Can I do Child's Pose if I have knee pain?
If you have knee pain, use a cushion or yoga block between the hips and heels, or consult a medical professional before performing Child's Pose.
How long should I hold Child's Pose?
Hold Child's Pose for 30 seconds to several minutes, depending on comfort level and intended relaxation or mobility goals.
Is Child's Pose a good stretch for the lower back?
Yes, Child's Pose is an effective and safe stretch for the lower back, helping to reduce tension and promote spinal alignment.
Can beginners do Child's Pose?
Yes, Child's Pose is beginner-friendly and often used to introduce stretching and breathwork in yoga and fitness routines.
Description
Child’s Pose, also known as Balasana in yoga, is a foundational relaxation posture that promotes deep muscular release and mental calm. This beginner-friendly stretch gently elongates the spine while helping to alleviate tension in the lower back, hips, and shoulders. Ideal for warm-up, cooldown, or as a recovery pose, it encourages deep breathing and introspection. Whether used between intense exercises or at the end of a yoga flow, Child’s Pose helps reset the body and mind. It’s particularly effective for reducing stress, decompressing the spine, and improving flexibility through the hips and back. Easily modifiable, it supports a wide range of mobility levels and is a staple in yoga, Pilates, and general fitness routines.