Exercise of the Week Belly Up By Joni Hyde of WorkoutsForWomen.com A strong lower back is key to good health. Incorporate this move into your workouts for a strong and pain free lower back. Lie on a mat on your back with legs straight, toes pointed and arms out at your sides with palms down. Contract Abdominals and arch your back so that your mid back is lifted up. Hold for 10 seconds, then release back down. Complete this move 5 times. Your head, shoulder blades, and heels should stay in contact with the mat at all times. Past Exercises of the Week: • Push Ups • Hoover • Squats • Prone Leg Raise • Chest Fly • Seated Bent Over Rear Fly • Tricep Dip • Walking Lunges • Concentration Curl For a complete home exercise program visit WorkoutsForWomen.com. With online audio/video instructions and email consultations, members enjoy the benefits of having a personal trainer at their fingertips and on their own schedule.