Abdominal Stretch
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The seated forward bend is a stretching exercise focusing on enhancing flexibility in the back and abdomen. It involves sitting with legs bent, gently curling the body forward to stretch the lower back and abdominal muscles. This promotes relaxation and helps reduce tension in the core area.
How to do it
- Sit on the floor with legs bent and feet flat.
- Hold knees with both hands, keeping your back straight.
- Gently lean forward, curling your back, and hold for several seconds.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Obliques Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Erector Spinae Quadriceps
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