How to Child's Pose with a Physio Ball

Child’s pose is a posture that helps stretch the lower back. It is used as a restorative posture and is usually done after completing a series of back-extension exercises. Doing child’s pose on a physio ball is more challenging, as you must work to hold the ball still. It can also be relaxing if you can allow yourself to just rest on the ball.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Small (45 cm) physio ball

1. Come onto your hands and knees with the ball underneath your stomach. Keeping your elbows straight, walk out until you roll the ball underneath your thighs or knees. You will be in a push-up position.

2. Roll the ball underneath your chest, using your knees to roll the ball. You will be resting your chest on your knees and thighs while balancing on top of the ball.

3. Stretch your arms and hands out in front of you as far as you feel comfortable.

4. Hold for 5 to 10 deep belly breaths. Try to relax and sink into the ball.

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