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Cat Stretch Exercise
Purpose
- to strengthen your back
Equipment Required
- a firm but not hard surface such as an exercise mat
Technique
- Start on your hands and knees, with your back in a natural relaxed position (don't let your spine sag).
- Keep your head and neck aligned with your spine.
- By tightening your abdomen and buttocks, push your back up into a hump, and drop your head down.
- Hold this position for a couple of seconds before slowly returning to the starting position
- Repeat this action several times
Related Pages
- List of all pregnancy exercises