ultimath Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 I don't get why they would be stretching the back?I actually feel more like it is compressing all my muscles.Could anyone please explain?Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phken4343 Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 The bridge is usually done to stretch the shoulders and the abs. Try the stretch with your legs straight and push the shoulder backwards so you open up your body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimath Posted January 3, 2011 Author Share Posted January 3, 2011 Alright, that is what i thought. I was wondering, because it is commonly said that it is a stretch for the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blairbob Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 It does stretch your back, even your stomach; but the focus should be on the shoulders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimath Posted January 3, 2011 Author Share Posted January 3, 2011 Ok then. I know it sounds stupid, but i don't understand how "flexing" your back would actually be stretching the back muscles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Graham Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 When a bridge is performed....the vertebrae is put into hyper-extension NOT flexion. spinal flexion is when you curl down towards your toes from a standing position. .Hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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