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How to do the wall sit exercise

Stretching the muscles in your back can help relieve pain and increase flexibility. This makes it easier for your muscles to keep your spine in a good, neutral position.

Start this exercise slowly. Ease off if you start to have pain.

  1. Stand with your back 10 to 12 inches away from a wall.
  2. Lean into the wall until your back is flat against it.
  3. Pressing your lower back into the wall, slowly slide down until your knees are slightly bent.
  4. Hold for about 6 seconds.
  5. Slide back up the wall.
  6. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

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