hyperextension
hyperextension — highlighted muscle: spine

Muscles worked

spine, glutes, hamstrings

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hyperextension

Body part
back
Equipment
body weight
Target muscle
spine
Muscle group
glutes

Secondary muscles

gluteshamstrings

How to perform it

  1. 1

    Adjust the hyperextension bench so that your upper thighs are resting on the pad and your feet are secured.

  2. 2

    Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.

  3. 3

    Lower your upper body towards the ground while keeping your back straight.

  4. 4

    Pause for a moment at the bottom, then raise your upper body back up until it is in line with your legs.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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