Bent-knee Reverse Hyperextension
Muscle Groups: Glutes, Hamstrings
Bent-knee Reverse Hyperextension focuses on Glutes, Hamstrings, with Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Bent-knee Reverse Hyperextension with proper form and technique.
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Lie prone on the reverse hyperextension machine with your hips at the edge of the pad and your feet hooked under the leg pads.
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Grip the handles in front of you to stabilize your upper body.
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Keeping your knees slightly bent, lift your legs by extending your hips until your legs are roughly in line with your torso.
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Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position by flexing your hips, maintaining control throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Bent-knee Reverse Hyperextension primarily targets Glutes, Hamstrings , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Bent-knee Reverse Hyperextension, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Bent-knee Reverse Hyperextension, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
