LOWER BACK
Lower Back Stretch
A standing stretch that uses a fixed bar to open up the muscles of the lower back. Sitting your weight back into your tailbone creates a gentle pull through the lumbar region to ease tightness and restore range. It's a helpful reset for anyone who sits a lot or trains heavy.
How to do it
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Stand facing a fixed barbell set at shoulder height with your feet hip-width apart.
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Take an overhand grip on the bar and bend your knees to lower into a squat until your arms are fully straight.
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Sink your weight back into your tailbone to feel an easy stretch across your lower back.
- 4
Keep your grip steady and let your hips hang back.
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Hold the position for 15 to 30 seconds.
- 6
Stand back up and repeat if you want another round.
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