Why Stretch the Muscles of the Lower Back?
Over time, tight muscles in your lower back can lead to painful injuries. Stretching those muscles makes the joints of your spine more mobile and helps prevent injuries. Muscles that are strong and flexible also help you maintain good posture. You can do stretching exercises daily, but you should always warm up first. Cold muscles are stiff and more likely to tear than warm muscles that are more flexible. Five minutes on an exercise bike, walking or marching in place are enough. Here are three simple stretching exercises for your lower back, plus one that involves your entire body. Prone Back Extension Lie on your stomach and prop yourself up on your elbows. Begin straightening your elbows while you extend your back. Continue extending your back until you feel a gentle stretch. Hold this position for 15 seconds, then return to your original position. Repeat this 10 times. Cat Stretch Start with your hands and knees on the floor and push your back upward until you feel a gentle stretch,
