Lower Back Strengthening PDF
Learn the pelvic tilt sequence using a Power Cushion (or a sleeping bag) with controlled progressions.
The Power Cushion is a posture-training fulcrum used for spine-friendly sit-ups and pelvic tilts. The goal: rebuild the natural lower-back curve and keep the spine strong under load.
The Power Cushion acts as a supportive fulcrum so you can train the trunk while preserving (and improving) the lower-back curve. It’s commonly used for a controlled sit-up pattern and the pelvic tilt exercise.
If you don’t have the device yet, many of the same patterns can be started using a tightly rolled sleeping bag— then upgraded to the cushion when you want more precision and consistency.
Many programs reference two conditioning levels: a more forgiving option for general strengthening and a firmer option for higher-intensity training. Start where you can keep form perfect—then progress.
The best “starting point” is the one that lets you complete clean reps without pain, compensation, or breath-holding.
Use these guides to learn the exact sit-up and pelvic tilt patterns, then expand into core stability, neck posture, and movement choices that protect the spine.
Learn the pelvic tilt sequence using a Power Cushion (or a sleeping bag) with controlled progressions.
A step-by-step approach to a spine-friendly sit-up pattern built around posture and leverage.
Progressive neck flexion guidance to help bring the head back over the pelvis and support the full S-shape.
A practical roadmap: what to emphasize for spine support—and what to avoid when it creates shear.
A prep sequence that helps loosen the spine and prime posture work before harder training.
How spinal curvature relates to speed, endurance, and usable strength—with tests and training concepts.
Keep reps low enough that every rep looks the same. Focus on posture quality first—then volume.
