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Knees to Chest

  • 30 seconds
  • Lying on the floor
  • No equipment

Gently rounds and relaxes the lower back.

Illustration of the knees to chest: lie on your back and hug both knees to your chest
Knees to Chest, as shown in the Stretch Minute app

How to do it

  1. Lie on your back and hug both knees to your chest.
  2. Relax your shoulders and breathe.
  3. Hold for 30 seconds, breathing slowly.

At a glance

Hold30 seconds
PositionLying on the floor
Body areaBack
EquipmentNone
What it doesGently rounds and relaxes the lower back.

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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.