Table 1.

The core stability exercise (CSE) program.

Type of exercise	Description
1. Upper body extension	With pillow supporting abdomen, clasp hands behind back and lift body off floor. Keep chin tucked while lifting in prone position.
2. Alternate arm and leg lift	Keep knee locked and lift leg 8–10 inches from floor along with opposite arm in quadruped position.
3. Alternate arm and leg extension on all fours	Raise opposite arm and leg in quadruped position. Do not arch neck.
4. Diagonal curl-up	Keeping arms folded across chest, tilt pelvis to flatten back in supine position. Lift head and shoulders from floor while rotating to one side.
5. Curl-up	With arms at sides, tilt pelvis to flatten back in supine position. Raise shoulders and head from floor. Use arms to support trunk if necessary.