Hyperextensions
Hyperextensions
Instructions
- This movement is performed with a hyperextensions bench.
- Position your body in the hyperextensions bench so that your hips or on the pad. You should be able to freely move up and down without and restriction.
- Start with your body extended down, do no hang all the way down.
- Raise your body up so that you are parallel to the ground. Or until your feel a contraction in your lower back.
- Hold for 1-2 seconds, then lower slowly back down.
Tips
- For more resistance, you can hold a weight close to your chest during the movement for a greater challenge.
| Primary muscles | Erector spinae |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Gluteus maximus Hamstrings |