Kneeling Push up to Child Pose
Equipment
Lower your body down towards the floor by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line from head to knees, this is the kneeling push-up part of the exercise.
Push your body back up using your arms until they are fully extended, returning to the starting position.
From this position, push your hips back towards your heels, lowering your chest and forehead to the floor, stretching your arms out in front of you into the child's pose.
Hold this position for a few seconds, feeling the stretch in your back and arms, then return to the start position and repeat the exercise.
Pro Tip
Control Your Movement: Avoid rushing through the exercise. Instead, control your movement as you lower your body for the push-up and as you push back up. The same applies when transitioning to the child pose. A common mistake is to use momentum rather than muscle strength, which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise and increases the risk of injury. Engage Your Core: Another common mistake is not engaging the core during the exercise. Keep your abdominal muscles tight throughout the movement. This will not only help you maintain your form but also work your core muscles. Breathing Technique: Remember to breathe.