Relaxing Position

Through the years people find ways of fighting stress so that we are now able to choose just the one that suits us the best. Just in case you too are a fan of stretching as a means to relax, I recommend the supported butterfly position as the best to unwind, while also being beneficial for menstruation cramps and back pains. For starters, it’s called the “supported” position because it also implies you using two large pillows. What you have to do is place the pillows on the floor and then lie down, with the buttocks on the floor and not on the pillows. You must bring your feet together, while you push your knees apart from each other, so that they rest on the two pillows.

Once you get in this position, hold it for a while, and then slowly, as you take a deep breath, also extend your arms next to the torso. You can hold this position for as long as you like or, accordingly, until you feel you are free of stress and relaxed. Make sure that, all the time that you remain in it, you breathe steadily – as a matter of fact, your breathing should be the only aspect to concentrate on, if possible. However, those who have lower back issues might want to consult a specialist before starting to stretch like this on a regular basis, since remaining in this position, with the legs apart, can be detrimental for the spine.

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