Spinal Stretch

Learn how to perform the Spinal Stretch, a beginner exercise that targets the middle back. Includes step-by-step instructions.

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Starting position of Spinal Stretch
Starting position of Spinal Stretch
Ending position of Spinal Stretch
Ending position of Spinal Stretch

Instructions

  1. Sit in a chair so your back is straight and your feet planted on the floor.
  2. Interlace your fingers behind your head, elbows out and your chin down.
  3. Twist your upper body to one side about 3 times as far as you can. Then lean forward and twist your torso to reach your elbow to the floor on the inside of your knee.
  4. Return to upright position and then repeat for your other side.

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