This exercise is ideal to strengthen the upper back and posterior aspect of the shoulders. It is a good choice when trying to correct neck, upper back, shoulder, and lower back; pain. If you work at a desk all day and/or choose cycling as your sport of choice; this is a must.
#1 Lie flat on your stomach.
#2 Pull your shoulder blades together.
#3 Squeeze the buttock muscles as this prevents you from arching your lower back as you execute the movement.
#4 Pull your arms up off the floor which increases the squeeze between the shoulder blades.
#5 Lift your torso off the floor and reach foreword. Remember to keep the buttock muscles tight to prevent arching the lower back. Do 10-15 repetitions and repeat 2-3 times with a short break between sets. This exercise should be repeated every day.
Before starting this exercise program, see your doctor and verify that these exercises are suitable for your condition.
#1 Lie flat on your stomach.
#2 Pull your shoulder blades together.
#3 Squeeze the buttock muscles as this prevents you from arching your lower back as you execute the movement.
#4 Pull your arms up off the floor which increases the squeeze between the shoulder blades.
#5 Lift your torso off the floor and reach foreword. Remember to keep the buttock muscles tight to prevent arching the lower back. Do 10-15 repetitions and repeat 2-3 times with a short break between sets. This exercise should be repeated every day.
Before starting this exercise program, see your doctor and verify that these exercises are suitable for your condition.
