Back Bend

Steps:

• Stand upright and put your hands at your hips
• Slowly bend backwards until you feel strain at your back or lower spine and stay for about 2 seconds and EXHALE
• It is important that you use your hands for support and balance so you will not injure yourself
• Slowly return to upright position

   This exercise is best when you feel uptight and fatigued. It stretches your back, chest and possibly increases blood flow to your head. It is VERY IMPORTANT that you support yourself and DO NOT OVERSTRETCH. This is one exercise that can cause back injuries if not done properly.