Child's Pose starting positionChild's Pose end position

Form guide

How to Do Child's Pose

Restful stretch for the back and hips to finish any workout.

Level
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment
Impact
Low impact
Muscles worked
Back

Step by step

  1. 1Kneel and sit your hips back toward your heels.
  2. 2Walk your hands forward and rest your forehead down.
  3. 3Breathe deeply into your back.

Common mistakes

  • Holding tension in the shoulders.
  • Forcing the hips down.

Alternatives

Put it to work

Routines with Child's Pose