These stretching exercises are great to help relieve tension and improve back pain. Schedule them into your daily routine as part of your training plan.
Repeat 10 secs x 3
Resting comfortably on your hands and knees, push your back upwards towards the ceiling keeping your head down and core contracted. Return back to neutral, have a breather and repeat.
Repeat 10 secs x 4
Laying flat on your back, raise one knee to your chest and hold it there with your hands 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
Repeat 10 reps x 2
Resting in a crawl position, stretch one arm out and the opposite leg at the same time. Hold for a few seconds then return to neutral and repeat on the other side.
Repeat 5 secs x 4
Standing upright and keeping your legs straight, slowly lean downwards and try to touch your toes. Ease into the motion to prevent injury.
Foam Roller Required
Lying down with your back on a foam roller, move yourself over the roller and apply extra pressure to massage a specific area.
Repeat 10 secs x 3
Laying on your front with your arms facing down, slowly push upwards with your back and return back to normal.