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Backward Abdominal Stretch

Expert Advice

Move into the stretch slowly and do not push beyond your comfort level to avoid overstretching or injury.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
  2. Place your hands behind you with fingers pointing away from your body.
  3. Slowly lean back and press your hands into the floor, lifting your chest and arching your back.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Release the stretch and return to the starting position.

Details

Primary
Abs
Abs100%
Secondary
100%Abs
Equipment
Body weight
Body weight
Exercise Type
Stretching