Pelvic Rock, Standing

Stand in a comfortable, neutral position with your hands on your hips. Gently rock the top of your hips backward, flattening your back. Your thumbs will turn down slightly. Return to neutral position. Now gently rock the top of your hips forward, arching your back. Your thumbs will turn up slightly. Return to neutral…

Pelvic Rock, Standing

Picture of how to do the standing pelvic rock exercise
  • Stand in a comfortable, neutral position with your hands on your hips.
  • Gently rock the top of your hips backward, flattening your back. Your thumbs will turn down slightly.
  • Return to neutral position.
  • Now gently rock the top of your hips forward, arching your back. Your thumbs will turn up slightly.
  • Return to neutral position.
  • Repeat this gentle rocking motion 8 to 12 times.

Current as ofJune 26, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
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