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All Poses

Apanasana

Knees-to-Chest Pose

Knees-to-Chest Pose
beginnerSupine/Restorative

Muscle Groups

Hip flexorsCoreLower back

A simple supine pose where both knees are drawn to the chest, gently compressing the abdomen.

Alignment Cues

  • 1.Lie supine and draw both knees to the chest
  • 2.Wrap the arms around the shins
  • 3.Gently rock side to side
  • 4.Keep the lower back pressed into the floor
  • 5.Relax the shoulders

Benefits

  • +Relieves lower back tension
  • +Massages the abdominal organs
  • +Aids digestion
  • +Calms the mind

Muscle Groups

Hip flexorsCoreLower back

Contraindications

  • Knee injury
  • Late pregnancy