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Cat Stretch

A kneeling stretch that rounds the spine upward to lengthen the back muscles.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Traps · Rhomboids

Instructions

  1. 01

    Start on all fours, hands under shoulders and knees under hips.

  2. 02

    Round your spine up toward the ceiling.

  3. 03

    Tuck your chin toward your chest.

  4. 04

    Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.

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