Stretch and Surrender: #28 Pelvic Tilt

Benefits: Strengthens the lower abdominals and improves sitting and standing posture.

METHOD: Lie flat on the floor with both knees bent. Arms may be raised, with hands placed behind your head or at your sides with hands resting on your abdomen. Tighten your abdominal muscles as you flatten your lower back to the floor. Hold for 5 seconds. Relax. Don't hold your breath! Repeat 5 to 10 times.

Tip: To strengthen the gluteal muscles, tighten the muscles in your buttocks during this stretch.