This exercise strengthens your trunk and thighs, helping
you maintain a healthy lower back posture during your pregnancy.
- Place your feet 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30
centimeters) from the wall.
- Rest your back flat against the
wall and slide down the wall until your knees are slightly bent.
- Press your lower back against the wall by pulling in your stomach muscles.
- Hold for 6 seconds, and then relax your stomach muscles and slide back up the wall.
- Repeat 8 to 12 times.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
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Last Revised
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July 23, 2012 |