Wall Squats

This exercise stretches and strengthens your lower body to help your back. As you work out, don’t rush or strain.

Here are the steps to wall squats:

• Stand with hips and shoulders touching a wall. Keep your feet hip-width apart and your ears, shoulders, hips, and feet in a line. If needed, place a rolled-up towel behind the small of your back.

• Step forward about 6 to 12 inches. Keep your back against the wall. Slide down into a sitting position. Don’t let your hips go below your knees.

• Hold for  5 seconds, then slide up. As you get stronger, hold the position longer. 

• Repeat ___ times per day.