Back Exercises for Women

Getting rid of excess back fat is not a herculean task if you can follow a strict workout routine. You can choose to hit the gym, or start exercising at home to achieve that hourglass-shaped figure in no time. Along with exercising, having a well-balanced diet is also very crucial.

• Out here, you can start off with one set of 15 repetitions after which you can increase the number of sets steadily.
• In case you are using dumbbells, decrease the number of repetitions in the set upon increasing the weight.
• If you are performing these exercises at home, instead of dumbbells, you can use bottles filled with water.

• This is a great exercise for the lower back. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, slightly bend your knees, lower your torso from the hip, and extend your arms to grasp the barbell.
• Remember to keep your abs tight and barbell close to your body.

• The knees should be bent till the shin comes close to the bar.
• Remember to keep your back straight as you slowly come back to the standing position.

• Sit on the edge of a bench holding dumbbells in both your hands.
• Slowly bend down so that your hands are below your knee.

• Now keep your torso in the same position, and lift your hands till the shoulder level. Remember to keep your elbows a little bent and not locked.
• If the shoulders are locked, there are chances of injuring the elbow. Bring your hands back to the starting position. The number of repetitions is 15 for this exercise.

• This exercise is good for toning up the arms, and works well for the shoulder girdle as well.
• Out here, you bring the chin up through space in relation to its position with a hand grip or bar.
• Women who find it difficult to do full chin-ups can use a chair or a spotter for assistance.

Exercise II: This exercise is similar to the previous one. However, you will lift both your hands and legs at the same time in this variation. Hold the position for a few seconds, and do not jerk while returning to the starting position. Recommended repetitions is 15 for this exercise.

Back pain is a normal complaint during pregnancy. However, in this period one should perform only specific exercises with utmost care and caution.

Have you ever observed a cat hunching its back? That is exactly what you have to do.

• Get into a 'tabletop' position by balancing yourself on the hands and knees.
• Flatten your spine in such a way that it is aligned from your neck till the tail bone.

• Next, pull your back up towards the ceiling by slowly breathing in, and hold for a few seconds.
• After that, pull your spine towards the floor by slowly breathing out. Hold for 4 to 5 seconds, and return to the starting position.

• Sit on a chair, keep your hands on your sides, and be relaxed.
• Slowly start bending forward, and keep your hands hanging in front of you.
• Then slowly come back to the starting position while keeping your back straight.

• Stand and lean back against a wall.
• Keep your feet slightly away, and press your lower back into the wall.
• Hold this position for a few seconds, and slowly return to the starting position.

All these exercises are easy to execute, and they help in strengthening the muscles, thereby making it less prone to injuries. However, before starting any exercise, ensure that you warm yourself up nice and proper. In case you're a beginner, always carry out the activities under the supervision of an expert instructor.

Disclaimer: Always consult a physician before starting any physical fitness program in order to reduce the risk of injury.