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Bodyweight Standing Back Stretch

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and bring both arms straight behind your back, holding your hands together.

Exercise details

Primary muscle

Lower Back

Also works: Core, Lats, Mid chest, Quads

Equipment
Bodyweight
Tracking
Time

Execution

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and bring both arms straight behind your back, holding your hands together.

  2. Gently arch your back, pushing your hips forward and looking towards the ceiling.

  3. Hold the stretched position for a few seconds, maintaining a gentle and controlled stretch.

  4. Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Keep the movement gentle to avoid straining your lower back.

  • Engage your core to support your lower back during the stretch.

  • Breathe deeply and steadily to enhance the stretch and relaxation.

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