Lower Back
The lower back is one of the most commonly pulled muscles in the body, and many of us are all too familiar with the pain associated with a lower back muscle strain. This month, we will be promoting lower back health by offering an easy and simple exercise to strengthen the muscles in the back (Hip Bridge), and one to increase flexibility in these muscles. In combination, these two exercises will promote lower back health and keep you injury free!
Exercise
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder width apart, knees slightly bent
- Bend over from the waist until your head and arms are dangling towards the floor
- Only go as far as is comfortable
- Breathe in and out slowly through the nose. Every time you exhale, focus on loosening the back further
- This stretch can be help up to two minutes
Retrieved from: http://www.livestrong.com/article/96992-stretches-improve-low-back-flexibility/