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Cat-Cow Stretch

Muscle Group:

Lower Back

Type:

Dynamic

Difficulty:

Beginner

Equipment:

None

Erector Spinae, Multifidus, Abdominals

Description

Start on your hands and knees. As you exhale, round your spine towards the ceiling (cat). As you inhale, arch your back and lift your chest (cow).

Progression

Move slowly and deliberately, increase the range of motion

Feel sensation

Gentle stretching and mobilizing sensation in the entire back.

Common mistakes

Forcing the movement, not engaging the core