Rehabilitation Exercises >> Back & Spine: Level 3 Back Exercises >> Back Builder (Arm-leg extension on all fours)

Back Builder (Arm-leg extension on all fours)

These exercises should only be performed after evaluation by a qualified medical professional and under their instruction. Failure to properly ascertain the reasons for certain injuries or the causes of pain may lead to further injury if these exercises are performed.

Should you experience pain or discomfort while doing an exercise, stop immediately. Follow only the exercises that your doctor has recommended to avoid the potential of further injury.

Purpose

To strengthen back.

Steps

1. Begin on your hands and knees. Look down toward the floor.
2. Simultaneously raise and straighten your left arm and right leg until they are parallel to the ground.
3. Hold for 5 seconds.
4. Repeat 5-10 times.
5. Repeat with right arm and left leg.

Tips

• Keep abdominal muscles tight. Do not sag chest or hips.