How to do it
Press your shoulder blades down your back as you lift the chest.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Place your hands on your lower back with fingers pointing downwards.
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Gently arch your back, pushing your hips forward and lifting your chest towards the ceiling.
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Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then return to the starting position.
Expert tip
Engage your core and glutes to support your lower back and prevent overextension.
Common mistakes
- ✕Cranking the neck backward to look up
- ✕Letting the knees hyperextend
- ✕Pushing the hips too far forward