Child's pose

A kneeling forward fold that relaxes the lower back and stretches the lats and shoulders after training.

How to do it

1. 01Kneel on the floor with your big toes touching and knees hip-width apart or wider.
2. 02Sit your hips back toward your heels and fold forward, reaching your arms long on the floor.
3. 03Rest your forehead on the floor, relax your shoulders and let your back lengthen.
4. 04Breathe slowly and deeply, sinking a little further with each exhale.

Common mistakes

• Hips staying high off the heels — widen your knees so your hips can sink.
• Tense, shrugged shoulders — let them relax and rest your arms on the floor.