Butterfly Pose
Baddha Konasana
Seated · Beginner
Butterfly Pose, also called Bound Angle Pose, is a seated hip opener that stretches the inner thighs and groin.
AI-generated illustration. It may not be anatomically precise.
What to Pay Attention To
- Sit tall on your sitting bones, using a blanket if your back rounds.
- Let your knees release slowly with gravity.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Pressing or bouncing the knees toward the floor
- Rounding the back to fold forward
Practice Butterfly Pose in a Flow
You can also generate a yoga flow around your own level, style, and goals.
Related Yoga Poses
This guide is general information, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain, and check with a healthcare professional if you have an injury, a health condition, or are pregnant.