Floor I Raise

Muscle Groups: Upper back

Floor I Raise focuses on Upper back, with Glutes, Lower Back, Forearm working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Floor I Raise with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Lie face down on the floor with your arms extended straight overhead, palms facing down, and your legs straight.

  2. 2

    Engage your back and glutes to simultaneously lift your chest, arms, and legs off the floor.

  3. 3

    Hold briefly at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your chest, arms, and legs back to the starting position.

Secondary Muscles

While Floor I Raise primarily targets Upper back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Lower Back, Forearm . 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 Floor I Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Floor I Raise, 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.

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