Abdomen exercise guide
Supported standing extension
Lean back slightly. This guide covers the setup, suggested dose, muscles and body areas targeted, common mistakes, and a safer way to open the existing guided player at this exercise.
Supported standing extension demonstration
Suggested dose
5 repetitions
Target area
Front of trunk
How to do Supported standing extension
- 1Stand with hands at the pelvis.
- 2Shift the chest back a small amount.
- 3Return to upright slowly.
Muscles and areas targeted
- • abdominals
- • diaphragm
- • lower rib muscles
What it may help with
This movement may provide a gentle option for stiffness or load-related discomfort around the front of trunk. It does not diagnose or treat every cause.
Common mistakes
- Holding your breath
- Moving into abdominal pain
Make it easier
Simply stand tall without leaning.
Safety notes
Stop if symptoms worsen
Aim for a mild, controlled stretch or light effort around the front of trunk. Stop and seek appropriate advice if:
- Pain becomes sharp, spreading, or stronger
- New tingling, numbness, or weakness appears
- You feel dizzy, faint, or short of breath
Do not use this exercise to delay care after a major injury or for severe, unexplained, or rapidly worsening symptoms.