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Lying Prone Abdomen Stretch
The Lying Prone Abdomen Stretch is a bodyweight and mat exercise that targets the abs, with the lower back assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Abs
- Also works
- Lower back
- Equipment
- Bodyweight, Mat
- Body part
- Waist
Step by step
- Lie face down on a mat with your hands placed under your shoulders.
- Extend your elbows to lift your chest upward while keeping your hips on the mat.
- Lift your torso until you feel a stretch along the front of your abdomen.
- Keep shoulders relaxed and avoid overextending your lower back.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
- Maintain steady breathing throughout.
- Lower yourself slowly back down to the mat.
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