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Spine Stretch

Spine Stretch: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Body partback
Primary muscles
spine, hamstrings
Secondary muscles
glutes
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How to do it

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

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