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spine stretch
spine stretch is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
Step 2. Place your hands on the ground behind you, fingers pointing towards your body.
Step 3. Engage your core and slowly lean back, keeping your back straight.
Step 4. Continue leaning back until you feel a stretch in your spine.
Step 5. Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then slowly return to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
spine
Secondary muscles
hamstringsglutes
Primary body parts
back
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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