Fitness Training Exercises

Exercise: Lying Knees to Chest

Equipment Required:

None

Starting Position:

Lie flat on back with knees bent and feet placed flat on the floor.
Keeping the knees bent, bring the left thigh as close to the chest at possible.

Actions To Execute Exercise:

Grasp the underside of left thigh, just above the knee joint.
Gently pull the knee toward the chest.
Hold; relax and repeat.
Repeat with other leg.

What The Exercise Does:

Stretches the back and the buttocks.

Variations On This Exercise:

This exercise may also be performed bringing both knees toward the chest at the same time. To obtain more of a stretch in the upper back, left the head, neck and shoulders while pulling the knees toward the chest.

Fitness Training Tips:

This exercise is recommended for individuals with low back problems.

 

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