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Chair Lower Back Stretch

Stretching · No equipment · Beginner
Chair Lower Back Stretch, starting positionChair Lower Back Stretch, end position

How to do it

  1. Sit upright on a chair.
  2. Bend to one side with your arm over your head. You can hold onto the chair with your free hand.
  3. Hold for 10 seconds, and repeat for your other side.

Works

Lats

Also: Lower back

When to stop

Stop and rest if you feel chest pain or pressure, are more short of breath than you'd expect, feel dizzy or faint, or have sudden pain. If chest pain or faintness doesn't pass when you rest, call 911.

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