Lower Back Curl

Lower Back Curl — Start position — Start position

Lower Back Curl — End position — End position

Region: Lumbar & Core
Equipment: Body Only
Category: Stretching
Level: Beginner
Force: static

Muscles worked

abdominals

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Lie on your stomach with your arms out to your sides. This will be your starting position.
Using your lower back muscles, extend your spine lifting your chest off of the ground. Do not use your arms to push yourself up. Keep your head up during the movement. Repeat for 10-20 repetitions.

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