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Hips

Butterfly Stretch

  • 30 seconds
  • Seated or kneeling on the floor
  • No equipment

Opens the inner thighs and hips.

Illustration of the butterfly stretch: sit with the soles of your feet together
Butterfly Stretch, as shown in the Stretch Minute app

How to do it

  1. Sit with the soles of your feet together.
  2. Sit tall and let your knees drop toward the floor.
  3. Hold for 30 seconds, breathing slowly.

At a glance

Hold30 seconds
PositionSeated or kneeling on the floor
Body areaHips
EquipmentNone
What it doesOpens the inner thighs and hips.

In these routines

Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice. If you are injured, pregnant or have a medical condition, check with a doctor first.