-
Lie face down on your belly, forehead on the floor. You can lie on a mat or towel.
-
Bend your arms next to your body and lift your upper body up onto your forearms. Your palms and forearms should be flat on the floor. Keep your belly and hips on the floor.
-
Hold your upper body up with your forearms for 20 seconds, or as instructed. Then slowly lower back down to the floor.
-
Repeat 2 times, or as instructed.
Author: Freed. Becca
Author: Wheeler, Brooke
© 2000-2026 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.
Related Articles
Head Tilt (Upper Trapezius Stretch)
Follow the step-by-step instructions for this stretch to ease neck pain.
Chin Tuck (Flexibility)
Follow this step-by-step exercise.
Chin Tuck (Posture and Strength)
Steps for doing a chin tuck for strength and posture.
Cast Care
A cast holds your arm or leg in place to help it heal. The way you treat your cast can play a big part in how fast and how well you heal.
