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BACK EXERCISES
I typically never do any exercises that mainly target the back muscles. Sometimes one of my exercise routines may involve muscles of the back but not because it was a conscious decision on my part. I'm trying to change that mentality and incoorperate more exercise strictly focused on the back muscles.
Why Exercise/Strengthen the Shoulder/Back Muscles?
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BRIDGE
- The basic bridge pose is performed with both feet on the floor. To challenge yourself, lift one leg up.
I typically never do any exercises that mainly target the back muscles. Sometimes one of my exercise routines may involve muscles of the back but not because it was a conscious decision on my part. I'm trying to change that mentality and incoorperate more exercise strictly focused on the back muscles.
Why Exercise/Strengthen the Shoulder/Back Muscles?
- They are important components of our gait and posture
- They contribute in stabilizing our spine
- They are part of the core muscle groups responsible for good balance and stability
Right Angle Press
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Inverted Shoulder Press
Military Press
- You can use 2 free-weights or a bar or kettle bells or any carry able house hold items of similar weight like 2 jugs of water etc
- You can also use a jump rope
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Pull Ups / Chin Ups
- You can buy one of these home gym pullups device to place on a door at home
- Or you can head over to your neighborhood playground and use the monkey bars for the same purpose
- Or if you have access to trees, find one with a sturdy branch and use it .
BRIDGE
- The basic bridge pose is performed with both feet on the floor. To challenge yourself, lift one leg up.
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Lower Back Flies
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Bird Dog
Exercises / Stretches for LOWER BACK PAIN
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