How to Do
How to Do Exercise Ball Back Stretch, Supine
The exercise ball back stretch supine should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the exercise ball back stretch supine.
Beginning
Beginning Exercise Ball Back Stretch
1. Place both legs at the calf area of the exercise ball, arms at sides, and hands flat on the floor.
2. Tighten the abdominal muscles and lift the buttocks off the floor to straighten the back. Hold for 5 seconds.
3. Return to your original starting position. Rep 3-5 times more.
Movement
Exercise Ball Back Stretch Movement
1. Relax back on a stability ball. The middle of your back should rest on the stability ball to help keep your balance.
2. Bend your legs at the knees so they form a 90 degree angle and your feet lay flat on the ground.
3. Your head will be hanging back behind the stability, along with your arms.
4. Hold this position for the allotted amount of time.
Benefits
Exercise Ball Back Stretch Benefits
Flexibility and mobility are important.
Lungs should be expanded.
Muscles should be strengthened.
Balance.
Exercise Aliases
Back Relax Exercise, Back Relaxation on Exercise Ball, Swiss Ball Relaxation.
