McKenzie Extension Exercise
Technique Start position:
• Lie on your stomach, and prop yourself on your elbows, lengthening your spine
• Keep your shoulders back and neck long
Action:
• Keeping your neck long, arch your back up by pushing down on your hands
• You should feel a gentle stretch in the stomach muscles as you arch backwards
- Breathe and hold for 5 to 10 seconds
- Return to the starting position
How Often?
Repeat 3 times, twice daily
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