Hyperextension (V2)
Expert Advice
Engage your glutes and hamstrings to lift your torso and avoid overextending at the top to protect your lower back.
How-to-do Steps
- Position yourself on the hyperextension bench with your feet secured and torso free to move.
- Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.
- Bend at the waist to lower your upper body towards the floor.
- Lift your torso back up to the starting position by contracting your lower back, glutes, and hamstrings.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Details
Primary
Lats50%
Secondary
Glutes25%
Hamstrings25%
Equipment
Special Bench
Exercise Type
Strength
