Press-up back extensions
- Lie on your stomach, with your face down. Keep your elbows tucked into your sides under your shoulders.
- Press your elbows down into the floor to raise your upper back.
- As you do this, relax your stomach muscles and allow your back to arch without using your back muscles.
- Let your low back relax completely as you arch up. Don't let your hips or pelvis come off the floor.
- Hold for 15 to 30 seconds. Then relax, and return to the start position.
- Repeat 2 to 4 times.
Current as of: May 1, 2026
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