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Froggy Pose Bolster

Deepen hip flexibility with the Froggy Pose! Use a bolster for gentle support & a satisfying inner thigh stretch.

The Froggy Pose Bolster mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Optional Equipment

Yoga Mat
Yoga Mat

Froggy Pose Bolster Muscles Worked

Primary

Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Long Thigh (sartorius)

How to do the Froggy Pose Bolster

Frog Pose with Bolster Stretching Instructions

Positioning:

  1. Start on all fours on a comfortable surface, such as a yoga mat, with your knees hip-width apart.

  2. Place the yoga bolster under your chest for additional support. If you don't have a bolster, you can use a firm pillow or even skip this step.

  3. Keep your hands flat on the mat directly beneath your shoulders.

Movement:

  1. Gently widen your knees, so they are positioned further apart than hip-width. Allow your feet to remain in line with your knees, flexing the tops of your feet to keep them grounded.

  2. Slowly lower your hips back towards your heels while keeping your spine long and chest lifted.

  3. If you are using a bolster, allow your chest to rest on it as you begin to lower yourself.

  4. Hold this position, feeling a stretch in your inner thighs and hips.

  5. Breathe deeply and hold this pose for 20-60 seconds, gradually deepening the stretch as you exhale.

  6. To release, gently bring your torso back up, and return to the starting position on all fours.

Tips for Beginners:

  • Keep your movements slow and controlled.

  • If you feel any pain, ease out of the stretch.

  • It’s okay to keep your head up or allow it to rest on the bolster or mat as you find your balance.

Froggy Pose Bolster FAQs

What muscles does the Froggy Pose Bolster work?

The Froggy Pose Bolster mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Froggy Pose Bolster?

None. The Froggy Pose Bolster is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Froggy Pose Bolster variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Froggy Squat into Forward Fold, Froggy Rocking Stretch, Bodyweight Butterfly Stretch and Froggy Deep-Squat.

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