Fitness & Exercise
Forward Bend
This exercise stretches and strengthens your back muscles.
- Sit comfortably in a chair, with your arms relaxed.
- Slowly bend forward, allowing your arms to hang down in front of you. Lean only as far as you can without feeling discomfort or pressure on your abdomen.
- Hold for a count of 5, then slowly sit up straight.
- Do this bend a total of 5 times or to your comfort level.
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