עברית
Halachot and Customs
Lying on the Stomach or Back
Question
Dear Rabbi, I understand that it is forbidden to sleep on one's stomach/back.
My question is whether it is also forbidden to perform exercises that require lying on the stomach/back?
Additionally, is the prohibition only regarding complete sleep, or does it also apply to resting or just lying on the back?
Answer
Shalom u'vracha
1. It is permitted.
2. Even during regular lying down, one should not lie on one's back.
Sincerely,
Benjamin Shmueli
