Even today, Butterfly Pose is recommended by traditional yogis for those who wish to practice celibacy, or brahmacharya. Butterfly Pose relates especially to the first, or muladhara, chakra, which is located at the perineum (sometimes referred to as the pelvic floor), the area between the anus and the genitals. For instance, when I sit in Butterfly Pose and hear the instruction,”Press the knees to the floor,” only my legs respond. To create openness in the knees and hips, I would suggest the following variations of Butterfly Pose, using a low bench, platform, or other support. In this variation, the inner knees are protected, and there is a deep, satisfying stretch all around the upper thighs.