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Spine Stretch

An exercise for the Back - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partBack Target muscleSpine EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  1. Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
  2. Place your hands on the ground behind you, fingers pointing towards your body.
  3. Engage your core and slowly lean back, keeping your back straight.
  4. Continue leaning back until you feel a stretch in your spine.
  5. Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then slowly return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Spine (primary)HamstringsGlutes

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