exercise ball back extension with hands behind head

Equipment

stability ball

Target muscle

spine

How to perform

1. 1

   Place the stability ball on the ground and lie face down on top of it with your hips resting on the ball.

2. 2

   Position your feet against a wall or other stable surface for support.

3. 3

   Cross your arms behind your head, with your hands touching the back of your head.

4. 4

   Engage your core and slowly lift your upper body off the ball, extending your back until your body forms a straight line from your head to your hips.

5. 5

   Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.

6. 6

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.