Lying Lower Back Stretch
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Equipment
The Lying Lower Back Stretch is a simple yet effective exercise that focuses on enhancing lower back flexibility and relieving tension. Ideal for a cool-down routine, this stretch targets the lumbar region, helping to release stress and improve your overall posture.
How to do it
- Lie down comfortably on your back on a mat with your legs extended fully.
- Extend your arms out to the sides, palms facing upward, creating a T-shape with your body.
- Gently arch your lower back by contracting your glutes and pushing your abdominal area upward, holding the stretch for a few seconds.
- Slowly return to the starting position by lowering your abdomen back to the floor.
- Repeat this movement for several breaths, maintaining a smooth and controlled motion to maximize the stretch.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus
Secondary Erector Spinae Rectus Abdominis
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