Static stretch
Prone elbow press-up
Front of torso and lumbar extension
- Setup
- Floor
- Focus
- Lower back, Torso
Step by step
- Lie face-down and place the forearms beneath the shoulders.
- Gently lift the upper chest while the pelvis remains supported, keeping the neck long and the back relaxed.
Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.
Review source: ChoosePT home stretching — Moderate Spine Extension