Stretching Exercises for Your Back

From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide

Updated November 12, 2010

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1. Lie on your stomach.
2. Prop yourself up on your elbows extending your back.
3. Start straightening your elbows, further extending your back.
4. Continue straightening your elbows until a gentle stretch is felt.
5. Hold for 15 seconds.
6. Return to the starting position.
7. Repeat 9 more times.

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