Challenge Level: Easy

Butterfly pose, also sometimes called bound angle pose, is a gentle pose that allows for stretch of the groin and hamstrings, depending on the distance of the feet away from the body. To enter the pose, sit with back straight on the sit bones of the buttocks. Bend the knees, bringing the feet together in front of the body with toes, arches and heels pressed against each other with the hands remaining on the feet. Keeping the feet together, bring the heels as close to the groin area as comfortable. Enjoy deep breaths in this pose for as long as needed. Individuals can also practice the pose by gently bouncing the legs up and down (like butterfly wings) or by tilting the upper body forward at the hips, keeping a straight spine, to increase the stretch.