Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Wall sit

Image of back press

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This exercise strengthens your back, trunk, and thigh muscles, helping you maintain a healthy lower back.

  • Stand with your back 10 in. (25 cm) to 12 in. (32 cm) away from a wall.
  • Lean into the wall until your back is flat against it.
  • Slowly slide down until your knees are slightly bent, pressing your lower back into the wall.
  • Hold for a count of 10, then slide back up the wall.
  • Repeat 10 times.

  • From MSN Health

     
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