Back extension on the ball

Kneel with your toes against the wall, away from it. Holding the fitball with your hands, lean onto the ball.

Step 1

Step 1

Balance yourself in a horizontal positions. Put your hands on your temples and maintain a straight back.

Step 2

Step 2

Raise yourself up as far as you can whilst keeping your head in line with your spine. Do not arch your back.

Step 3

Step 3

Return to the start position and repeat ten to twelve times.

Note

This exercise works your lumbar area – or lower back. Stronger lumbar muscles will support the lower spine and help to protect this injury prone area.

End of section.

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Lounge About Workout” Ebook devised by Steve Haywood. ©2008 All Rights Reserved.

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Steve Haywood

Steve Haywood is a qualified Personal Trainer (Member of the Register of Exercise Professionals No. R0035374) who took to personal training following a life-long love of walking and competitive running. Through this website, Steve aims to share his ideas on Active Lifestyles: Steve firmly believes that only small changes are required in anyone's life to make a huge difference to health, fitness and wellness.

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