To start, sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Shift your weight slightly forward. Relax, and keep your ears, shoulders, and hips aligned while you do the following:
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Sit with your feet well apart.
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Bend forward and touch the floor with the backs of your hands. Relax and let your body drop.
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Hold for
20 seconds. Return to starting position. -
Repeat
2 times. -
An additional way to improve motion and stability is to push down into the floor while you are in the bent-over position. Push down for
5 seconds, relax5 seconds. Repeat3 to 5 times.
Note: If you've had back or hip surgery, talk with your healthcare provider before doing this stretch.
Online Medical Reviewer: Ross Brakeville DPT
Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Date Last Reviewed: 12/01/2022
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