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Back Exercises: Back Press

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Do this exercise on your hands and knees. Keep your knees under your hips and your hands under your shoulders. Keep your spine in a neutral position (not arched or sagging). Be sure to maintain your neck’s natural curve:

  • Tighten your stomach and buttocks muscles to press your back upward. Let your head drop slightly.

  • Hold for  5 seconds. Return to starting position.

  • Repeat  5 times.

    Woman on all fours, arching back.

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