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Spine stretch

Beginner

Spine stretch is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the lower back, also working the hamstrings and glutes.

What it works

Primary muscle

Lower back

Also works

HamstringsGlutes

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Mobility
Type
Isolation
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Time
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

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

What to do instead

  • Roller back stretchOther
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