Inchworm

HipLower BodyCoreLumbar Mobility
Written By David Song

INCHWORM

This is a core stability and hamstrings mobility exercise. From a standing position bend over to touch the floor. Use your hands to walk your body out into a tall plank position then walk your hands back towards your feet and stand up. If necessary, keep a light bend in your knees to decrease muscle tension.

Structures Involved:

  • Core (Transversus Abdominus)

  • Hamstrings

Related Conditions:

  • Low Back Strain

  • Non-Specifici Low Back PAin

  • Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome

  • Running Warm Up

  • Deadlift Warm Up

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