How to do the butterfly stretch

Instructions for butterfly:

Sitting on the floor with your back straight, bend your knees and drop your legs to the sides so the soles of your feet come together.

Grab your feet and ankles and lean forward, keeping your spine straight.

What does butterfly help with?

Flexibility

What areas does butterfly exercise?

Groin, Hips

How is butterfly performed?

Floor

When should you avoid butterfly?

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