Does the booklet include any back stretches? Any backbending?
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Yes,the booklet includes lower back,hamstrings,calf,quadriceps,hip flexors,thighs,gluteus maximus,hip,hip rotators,shoulder,torso,triceps,chest and biceps.It's a pretty thorough booklet,shows a picture of each exercise,which muscle is being worked and has written instructions.
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There is only one specific exercise shown for the back, but all other extremities are covered in the booklet. There is a very good book on the market that does cover back and neck pain, written by Robin McKenzie, who has devised successful methods that are used by physical therapists all around the USA.
627091
Yes, outer hip and lower back, torso, side torso. No back bending with the strap, though back bending does not elongate the tissues in the back, but rather elongates the front of the torso, therefore stretching the "front".
627092
Not really. Just one Laing on back and pulling legs towards chest using the strap. But I do like strap allot for stretching hamstrings and quads.
317400
Yes. The chair comes with a big chart of exercises and a dad. Love the chair.
876983
Not that I remember, no. I used it once and gave it to my grandson. I'm short but have a bad back and neck and I need chairs I can lay my head against and adjust. This chair just didn't do it for the lumbar or for my head and neck.
1061124
Yes it does.It also comes with a very thick booklet to explain everything, which really surprised me.It's a very nice item and my granddaughter(14) loves it.
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Hi PhylThe spine measures 1 inchThe binder comes with a pack of paperIf you are going to use dividers(A to Z) don't expect to put the entire pack of paper in the book.That said I like the book, I use it for all my passwords.It was a little pricey but it's good quality and it should last a very long time.You get what you pay for in life Phyl.Hope that helps
1565925
No! back rest sold separately and is ridiculously expensive. like another $100.00 for a small pad cushion.
667532
The back portion is technically stationary, but it if you wanted to lean back (whole upper body sort of way, like of you wanted to stretch out) it has some give. Otherwise, it is not very flexible for back portion by itself. Hope that helps a bit.
565724
Hi yes it actually does! There are rigid rods sewn into the two sides of the back and the two sides of the base. The side straps joining the back to the base can be adjusted so you have just the right tension. It is much better for your back than sitting without any support. You can lean right back into it and it supports you.
2122625
Yes and no. The booklet is like trying to read a fortune cookie. It is very small and not written in good English. Visit YouTube for great instructions.
329967
Yes it does, the type of spiral that allows you to completely fold the booklet back to front or front to back.
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To answer the question it comes with a very small print pamphlet, but for variety, all you need to do is get a bit creative. For example, you can stretch out in an angle instead of straight on. Another thing you can do is stretch out as far as you can until your stomach is on the ground, stretch out your arms as far as you can, stretch out your legs as far as you can, hold for 10 to 20 seconds like holding a yoga pose, then do the next rep.Also, most people stretch out with the wheel out in front of the body. Similar to an actual push up, try stretching out ON TOP of the Ab Wheel. of course the wheel will roll out in front of the body eventually, but this more mimics the start of a push up.- To answer the question it comes with a very small print pamphlet, but for variety, all you need to do is get a bit creative. For example, you can stretch out in an angle instead of straight on. Another thing you can do is stretch out as far as you can until your stomach is on the ground, stretch out your arms as far as you can, stretch out your legs as far as you can, hold for 10 to 20 seconds like holding a yoga pose, then do the next rep.Also, most people stretch out with the wheel out in front of the body. Similar to an actual push up, try stretching out ON TOP of... » Read More To answer the question it comes with a very small print pamphlet, but for variety, all you need to do is get a bit creative. For example, you can stretch out in an angle instead of straight on. Another thing you can do is stretch out as far as you can until your stomach is on the ground, stretch out your arms as far as you can, stretch out your legs as far as you can, hold for 10 to 20 seconds like holding a yoga pose, then do the next rep.Also, most people stretch out with the wheel out in front of the body. Similar to an actual push up, try stretching out ON TOP of the Ab Wheel. of course the wheel will roll out in front of the body eventually, but this more mimics the start of a push up.- « Show Less
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Its manual. Its amazing. I couldn't survive without it! Not much muscle strength. Its curved perfectly so you can lean in to it. Hope that helps.
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my questimation woud be the width of your back plus a hand width on each side..
788888
It doesn't come with a booklet but it does come with a paper that explains it well. It is very easy to work.
1674692
Nope! You have to buy either the straps or a bag separately. Make sure the bag is big enough, though, because the 6-mm thickness means this mat rolls up thicker than other mats. The shiny-paper wrapping around the mat does come with some yoga poses on the back, though, so try to be careful not to rip it!
2206236
Yes it comes with a care and use booklet. It is easy to use, I used it a lot when I was in college. Now I am using it on our ranch.
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Hi. The back of this one is hard plastic and curved upward for the small of your back (following the normal curvature of your spine). I like that, and find the flat padded backs on others not nearly as comfortable. The only drawback to this is that there is not a soft surface for the back of your head when using the machine. Would I buy this one again? You betcha.....and a bargain price with SUPER fast delivery from the company. Box arrived in good shape and simple to put together. Roger