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Pelvic Tilt Builds Back Strength
The pelvic tilt exercise is composed of subtle motions that build strength by isolating, tightening, and holding muscle positions. To do a pelvic tilt:
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and your arms at your sides with your hands palm-side down.
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Take several deep breaths, breathing in and out slowly.
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Squeeze your buttocks together tightly and tighten your abdominal (stomach) muscles. This allows the small of your back to lower itself to the floor.
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Hold for five to fifteen seconds, then release the buttocks and abdominal muscles.
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Repeat this exercise five times.
