Exercise Demonstrations

Starting Position
This exercise begins by sitting on the floor and bringing the heels as close to the groin as possible. You should not feel pain in this position, if you do feel discomfort create more space between you heels and groin. You will be making a butterfly pattern with your legs in this starting position.

Action
Use your arms to slowly push your legs and knees towards the ground. Stop if you feel any pain performing this stretch.

Special Instructions
Don't bounce the "butterfly wings," as this would cause damage to hips, groin, and knees. When you first begin, your heels may be a foot or two away but you will be bringing your heels in as you become more flexible.