How to do: Cat Stretch

Lower Backbeginner

Cat Stretch — starting position — Start position

Cat Stretch — finishing position — Finish position

Step-by-step instructions

1Position yourself on the floor on your hands and knees.
2Pull your belly in and round your spine, lower back, shoulders, and neck, letting your head drop.
3Hold for 15 seconds.

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