Upper Body Bends

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Upper-body-bends exercise

This exercise strengthens your back and torso muscles.

  • Stand with your hands on your hips, legs apart, and knees slightly bent.
  • Keeping your upper back straight, bend forward slowly. You should feel a slight pull below your buttocks.
  • Bend a total of 10 times.

Current as of: November 9, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine

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