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Back Extension on Ball

  1. Lie face down with ball under your hips and lower torso.
  2. Place your hands behind your head or at your sides and stay on your knees or toes.
  3. Slowly roll down the ball and then roll back up, lifting your chest off the ball.
  4. Bring your shoulders up until your body is in a straight line without hyperextending.
  5. . Repeat for 12-16 reps.
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