Cat Stretch

Cat Stretch — Start position — Start position

Cat Stretch — End position — End position

Region: Lumbar & Core
Equipment: None
Category: Stretching
Level: Beginner
Force: static

Muscles worked

lower back
middle back
traps

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Position yourself on the floor on your hands and knees.
Pull your belly in and round your spine, lower back, shoulders, and neck, letting your head drop.
Hold for 15 seconds.

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