Back Exercises

On 1 Apr 2004 01:11:44 -0800, [email hidden]

(species8350) said:

I can't find much on the benefits of back arching as a back strenthening exercise.

While lying on my back with knees up I arch my back upwards as far as possible.
Is this exercise good for the back (lower back)?

That exercise is better for developing back flexibility than it is to
strengthen the back.

You can also lie on your stomach and arch up using your hands to push
off the floor or arch up using your lower back muscles while holding
your hands off the floor.

The latter exercise will increase back strength as well as
flexibility. It is called a hyperextension.

If you belong to a gym, many gyms have a device allowing you to do
hyerextensions with a greater range of motion which will develop
greater strength and flexibility. And you can add to the strength
developing quality of the exercise by adding resistance (ie holding a
weight to your chest while arching back).

Also remember to strengthen the opposing muscles (abdominals) by doing
crunches or similar exercise.

Before attempting any of these exercises I suggest that you consult
with a qualified health professional as these exercises can
potentially cause problems especially when done improperly.

Aloha,

Rich

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Subject: Back Exercises
From: [email hidden] (species8350)
Date: 4/1/2004 3:11 AM Central Standard Time
Message-id: <[email hidden]>

I can't find much on the benefits of back arching as a back strenthening
exercise.

While lying on my back with knees up I arch my back upwards as far as
possible.
Is this exercise good for the back (lower back)?

Thanks

The best exercises I found were by the YMCA who once had a healthy back class.
They worked when nothing elde did. They may still offer it and be able to get
you copies. The one you mention helps to strenghtened the back muscles and
stretch them to be flexible, you also must return the position into a sagging
back position.

Good luck,

Jan

(species8350) said:

I can't find much on the benefits of back arching as a back strenthening exercise.

While lying on my back with knees up I arch my back upwards as far as possible.
Is this exercise good for the back (lower back)?

Thanks

Yes.
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