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Smith Reverse Hyperextension

Expert Advice

Control the descent to avoid swinging and to maintain tension on the glutes throughout the exercise.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Set the Smith machine bar to a low position.
  2. Lie face down on a bench with your hips at the edge and the bar positioned behind your legs.
  3. Hook your heels under the bar and squeeze your glutes to lift your legs.
  4. Raise your legs until they are in line with your body.
  5. Lower your legs back to the starting position with control.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Details

Primary
Glutes
Glutes100%
Secondary
100%Glutes
Equipment
Smith machine
Smith machine
Exercise Type
Strength