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Knee-to-Chest Stretch

Mobility Core Lower body

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Lie on your back and gently draw one or both knees toward your chest, holding with the hands. Soft lower-back release.

Option. One knee at a time for a gentler version. Keep the opposite leg bent or extended as comfortable.

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  1. 1

    Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat, or legs extended.

  2. 2

    Draw one knee toward your chest and clasp your hands behind the thigh or over the shin.

  3. 3

    Gently pull until you feel a comfortable stretch in the hip and lower back.

  4. 4

    Keep the opposite leg relaxed. Breathe slowly.

  5. 5

    Hold, then switch sides. For both knees, hug them together.

Knee-to-Chest Stretch

  • Eases lower-back tension after core or leg work
  • Gently decompresses the spine
  • Classic cool-down that feels nurturing

Knee-to-Chest Stretch

Core Lower body

Move type

Mobility

Targets

Lower back Glutes Hip flexors

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