Lower Back Extensor Strengthening With Shoulder Abduction & Bent Arms

LumbarStrengthening
Lower Back Extensor Strengthening With Shoulder Abduction & Bent Arms
Lower Back Extensor Strengthening With Shoulder Abduction & Bent Arms, view 1Lower Back Extensor Strengthening With Shoulder Abduction & Bent Arms, view 2

Description

Lie face down with your arms bent at your sides and resting on the floor. Lift the upper body off the ground by pushing your arms backward and keeping them parallel to the floor, bringing your shoulder blades together. Then, lower your arms towards the floor without touching it, and repeat the movement. Make sure to maintain lower back extension throughout the exercise to strengthen your back and shoulder muscles.

Settings

Equipment
No Equipment
Positions
Prone Position
Muscle groups
Lumbar extensorsScapular retractorsShoulder extensors

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