Exercise Ball Workout

Back Extension

Targets: Back and shoulders.

A. Facing away from a wall, kneel with the ball in front of you and place your hands behind your head with your elbows bent. Lean forward onto the ball, holding your feet against the wall for stability. Your chest should rest across the top of the ball.

B. Exhale and lift your chest up, stopping when your back is extended in a straight line. Squeeze your shoulder blades together and hold your back tight. Inhale and slowly lower back to the starting position.

Repeat 10 times.

Bump up the difficulty by extending your arms straight in a Superman position while you perform the exercise.