Topic Overview
This exercise strengthens the buttocks muscles, which support the back and help you lift with your legs.
- Lie flat on your stomach with your arms at your sides.
- Slowly tighten your buttocks muscles and hold the position (not your breath) for about 6 seconds. Relax slowly.
- Repeat 8 to 12 times.
- You may need to place a small pillow under your stomach for comfort.
Credits
ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Joan Rigg, PT, OCS - Physical Therapy
Current as ofNovember 29, 2017