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Lower Back Stretches

by Laura Inverarity, D.O.
for About.com

Updated March 02, 2008

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Back Extension - Prone

Prone Back Extension

Picture by Dr. Laura Inverarity

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 10 more times

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