Cat Stretch (female)

Cat Stretch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start on all fours, make sure your knees are set directly below your hips and your wrists, elbows and shoulders are in line and perpendicular to the floor
  • 2As you exhale, round your spine towards the ceiling, keeping your knees and elbows stationary
  • 3Pause at the top for a few seconds as you draw your abdominal muscles inward
  • 4As you inhale, come back to a neutral spine position, allowing your belly to fill with air
  • 5Repeat this movement for a desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Ensure the movement is slow and controlled
  • Focus on the breath, exhale as you round the spine, and inhale as you come back to neutral
  • Maintain alignment in your wrists, elbows and shoulders to avoid injury
  • Keep your gaze toward your bellybutton during the rounding phase, not forcing your neck to flex

Cat Stretch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs