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- Beginner
- Movement type
- Strength
- Primary muscles
- Lower back Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Chest
- Equipment
- Mat
Ceiling Look Stretch
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Ceiling Look Stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting Erector Spinae (Lower Back), Rectus Abdominis (Abdominals) using Yoga Mat.
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How to perform it
- Begin in a tabletop position on all fours, with your wrists aligned under your shoulders and your knees aligned under your hips.
- Slowly lift your torso upwards, arching your back gently and leaning backward.
- Allow your hands to slide down to your legs, supporting your upper body as you look up towards the ceiling.
- Hold this position for the desired duration and slowly return to the starting tabletop position. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
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Variations and related exercises
Back Lever
Bird Dog (Version 2)
Cat Stretch
Pretzel Stretch
Last updated: 29/08/2026
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