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Butterfly Stretch is a moderate bodyweight exercise. This exercise appears in 23 workouts on StarFit.

Butterfly Stretch demonstrated by Sophie Jones
60s clipSophie Jones

Butterfly Stretch

moderateflexibilityIn 23 workouts
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How to Do Butterfly Stretch

  1. 1

    Let the knees drop to the side

  2. 2

    try and relax your shoulders. Relax your muscles.

  3. 3

    bring the feet together, knees out wide, sitting up nice and tall

  4. 4

    with every exhale, just feel your knees Get a little bit closer towards the ground.

  5. 5

    lie all the way back feet together knees out wide and just place your palms facing up

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Try It In a Workout

Workout 9. Legs and Glutes
28 min

Workout 9. Legs and Glutes

moderate·Full-Body Workouts·Sophie Jones
Workout 8
35 min

Workout 8

gentle·Pilates·Jessica Casalegno
Workout 7
12 min

Workout 7

gentle·Stretching·Mish Naidoo
Workout 6
26 min

Workout 6

gentle·Muscle Tone·Danielle Harrison
Workout 8
22 min

Workout 8

gentle·Muscle Tone·Danielle Harrison
Workout 5
24 min

Workout 5

gentle·Yoga·Jessica Casalegno

Plus 17 more workouts featuring this exercise

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Butterfly Stretch work?

Butterfly Stretch targets multiple muscle groups.

How do I do Butterfly Stretch with proper form?

Key form cues for Butterfly Stretch: Let the knees drop to the side try and relax your shoulders. Relax your muscles.

What equipment do I need for Butterfly Stretch?

Butterfly Stretch is a bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment. You can do it anywhere with enough space to move comfortably.

Is Butterfly Stretch suitable for beginners?

Butterfly Stretch can be adapted for all levels. Beginners should start slowly, focus on proper form, and listen to their body throughout the movement.