Exercise
Lower Back-SMR
Also known as: lower back foam roll, lower back SMR, lumbar foam rolling, low back roller
Lower Back-SMR is an exercise for the lower back. Main target: lower back. Equipment: foam roll.
How to do it
- In a seated position, place a foam roll under your lower back. Cross your arms in front of you and protract your shoulders. This will be your starting position.
- Raise your hips off of the floor and lean back, keeping your weight on your lower back. Now shift your weight slightly to one side, keeping your weight off of the spine and on the muscles to the side of it. Roll over your lower back, holding points of tension for 10-30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
Similar exercises
Rhomboids-SMR
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Latissimus Dorsi-SMR
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Alternatives with other equipment
Cat Stretch
Bodyweight
Lower back
Pyramid
Exercise ball
Lower back
Hyperextensions (Back Extensions)
Other
Lower back
Rack Pull with Bands
Barbell
Lower back
Lever Back Extension
Machine
Lower back
One-Arm Dumbbell Row
Dumbbell
Middle back
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