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Back Exercises: Back Press

Do this exercise on your hands and knees. Keep your knees under your hips and your hands under your shoulders. Keep your spine in a neutral position (not arched or sagging). Be sure to maintain your neck’s natural curve:

Tighten your stomach and buttocks muscles to press your back upward. Let your head drop slightly.
Hold for 5 seconds. Return to starting position.
Repeat 5 times.

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