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Back Exercises

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Updated November 11, 2006

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Cat and Camel


1) Kneel down on the floor in an all four position on your hands and knees
2) Curl your back up toward the ceiling like and angry cat
3) Hold for a count of five
4) Return to starting position
5) Pull your stomach down to the floor hollowing out your back
6) Hold for a count of five
7) Return to starting position
8) Repeat ten more times
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