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Hyperextension (On Bench)

Adjust the hyperextension bench so that your hips are resting comfortably on the pad and your feet are secured. Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head. Slowly lower your upper body towards the ground while keeping your back straight. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then raise your upper body back up until it is in line with your legs. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

TargetSpine
Equipmentbody weight
Body partBack

Technique

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Adjust the hyperextension bench so that your hips are resting comfortably 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

    Slowly 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.

Muscles worked

Target and supporting

Target

Spine

Secondary

GlutesHamstrings

Training plans

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Move within a comfortable range and use qualified coaching when learning unfamiliar exercises or using equipment. This educational content is not medical advice.