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Press-up back extensions

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Lie on your stomach with your hands under your shoulders. Push with your hands so your shoulders begin to lift off the floor. If it's comfortable, put your elbows on the floor directly under your shoulders so you can rest in this position for several seconds.

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Last Updated: 02/06/2008