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Hug Knees To Chest
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How to do Hug Knees To Chest

Main muscle
Lower back
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
Beginner
Type
Stretching

Secondary muscles

How to do it

  1. 1

    Lie down on your back and pull both knees up to your chest.

  2. 2

    Hold your arms under the knees, not over (that would put to much pressure on your knee joints).

  3. 3

    Slowly pull the knees toward your shoulders. This also stretches your buttocks muscles.

This page is general information. If you have an injury, pain or a health condition, check with a professional before doing this exercise.

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