Letter C Stretch
Letter C Stretch
Stretches the lower back, back of the shoulders and wrists.
Equipment
None
Exercise Technique
- The exercise can be done while standing or sitting.
- Clasp your hands together, turn your wrists over so palms are facing forward. Straighten your arms.
- Pull your abdominal muscles in towards your belly button creating a "C" shape with your spine.
- Continue pulling your arms forward as you pull backwards with your abdominal muscles.
- Hold the stretch for ten seconds.
Performance Tips
- If you are standing, bend your knees.
- Avoid collapsing the spine into a slouch position. Actively contract the abdominal muscles to curve the spine.
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