Hyperextension
Primary Equipment
Hyperextension bench
Hyperextension bench
Instructions
- Lie face down on the hyperextension bench, securing your feet.
- Position your hips at the edge of the pad, allowing your torso to hang freely.
- Start with your torso bent forward, hands crossed over your chest.
- Lift your torso by contracting your glutes and lower back until your body forms a straight line.
- Lower your torso slowly and with control back to the starting position.
Tips
- Avoid hyperextending your back beyond a straight line to prevent injury.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to protect your spine.
- Perform the movement slowly and with control, focusing on muscle contraction.
Target Muscle
Primary
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