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Cat-cow stretch, illustrated in 3 steps
Use a clear floor area and a comfortable surface.

Hips, Core

Cat-cow stretch

A simple move for your spine, shoulders and hips, done on the floor. About 35 seconds.

Position
On the floor
Equipment
None
Time
About 35 seconds
Works
spine, shoulders and hips

Free Included in the free version of Desk Gym.

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How to do cat-cow stretch

  1. Set

    Use a clear floor area and a comfortable surface.

  2. 1

    Round your back gently.

  3. 2

    Return through a neutral spine.

  4. 3

    Lengthen your spine and look slightly forward.

Take care. Skip this floor exercise if getting down or up is not comfortable.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

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Illustration adapted from Everkinetic / Workout Guide by Bryl Lim, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.