Pilates Mobility – Back Extension

Pivot Prone - Back Extension

Today’s Pilates Mobility is targeted to open up your mid to upper back.  This back extension is perfect to do on a daily basis!

Do 10 repetitions, 3 to 4 rounds, rest 20 seconds.

• Begin by positioning yourself on the floor, stomach down on the floor or on a mat.
• Legs extended straight out behind you, toes pressed down to the floor.
• Extend both arms straight out overhead.
• Maintain proper spine alignment by keeping your head in line to your spring. Eyes down to the floor.
• Press hips into the floor to lengthen the back and squeeze the glutes.
• Exhale, extend arms out overhead.
• Inhale, bend elbows back towards the small of your back and hands by your ear.
• Make sure to keep the deep transverse abdominals engaged to avoid pressure in your low back.

Let me know if you tried it and how you enjoyed it! Leave me a comment below…

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