Standing Lower Back Stretch

Stand next to a door frame, or wrap a exercise band around a door knob. Using both hands, with one above the other, grip the door frame or band handles. Step back from the door until your arms are fully extended, and bend at the waist so that you form a 90-degree angle between your chest and legs (if you’re holding onto the door frame, you’ll need to shuffle your hands downward to accomplish this). For a more intense stretch, scoot your feet slightly toward the doorframe so that you form a more acute angle between the chest and legs. You can also vary the stretch by placing one foot slightly behind the other and experimenting with the angle of your lean.