This exercise stretches and strengthens your back muscles.
Sit comfortably in a chair, and relax your arms.
Slowly bend forward, allowing your arms to hang down in front of you. Lean only as far as you can without feeling discomfort or pressure on your belly.
Hold for 15 to 30 seconds and then slowly sit up straight.
Repeat 2 to 4 times or to your comfort level.
Current as of:
November 9, 2022
Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Kirtly Jones MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Medical Review:Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine & Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Kirtly Jones MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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