How to do Happy Baby
On the floorHoldBeginner
Happy Baby is a on the floor stretch for your groin, hips and hamstrings.
Step by step
- 1Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat.
- 2Lift your feet to bring your knees towards your armpits.
- 3Hold the outer edges of your feet and gently pull your knees down.
What you should feel
Let your lower back sink into the floor.
Form tips
- Press your lower back into the floor. Relax your shoulders and neck.
- Feel your hips softening… little by little.
- Rock gently side to side if it feels good.
Make it easier
If your feet feel far away, hold the backs of your thighs instead.
Coming out of it
Let go of your feet… and gently set them down on the floor.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
Do Happy Baby with a coach
In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Happy Baby, cues you through the hold, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your groin and hips.
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