Backward Stretch

This exercise stretches and strengthens your back, thigh, and pelvic muscles. Kneel on hands and knees with your knees 8 in. (20 cm) to 10 in. (25 cm) apart, hands directly under your shoulders, and arms and back straight. Keeping your arms straight, slowly lower your buttocks toward your heels and tuck your head toward…

Backward Stretch

Backward-stretch exercise

This exercise stretches and strengthens your back, thigh, and pelvic muscles.

  • Kneel on hands and knees with your knees 8 in. (20 cm) to 10 in. (25 cm) apart, hands directly under your shoulders, and arms and back straight.
  • Keeping your arms straight, slowly lower your buttocks toward your heels and tuck your head toward your knees. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Slowly return to the kneeling position.
  • Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Current as ofMay 29, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine

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