How to do the reclined butterfly stretch

Instructions for reclined butterfly:

Lying flat on your back with legs extended, draw your feet in toward the center of your body, bringing the soles of your feet together with the knees out to the side.

Slowly allow your legs to fall open.

What does reclined butterfly help with?

Flexibility

What areas does reclined butterfly exercise?

Hips, Groin, Spine

How is reclined butterfly performed?

Floor

When should you avoid reclined butterfly?

Pregnancy

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