Are you often slouching in your chair? This exercise will help you to stretch your back.
Always consult a therapist first, to determine if this low back exercise is good for you. If you don't have a therapist yet, please find one near you by using our therapist map.
First try to sit or stand up really straight.
Try to touch one hand with the other one on your back.
Put 1 hand on your back, the other hand will go across the shoulder to your back. Touch it!
Let your hands touch each other. Hold your hands for 5 seconds.
Can you do it? Try it the other way around as well!
Which side is easier for you?
Do this exercise 5x on each side.
Already finished? Well done! You can continue to the next exercise.
Watch out:
Do you feel pain or something does not feel right during this exercise?
Then please stop and tell your parents and/or caretakers that this exercise hurts.