Incline Rear-leg Extension
Muscle Groups: Glutes, Hamstrings
Incline Rear-leg Extension focuses on Glutes, Hamstrings, with Abs, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Incline Rear-leg Extension with proper form and technique.
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Lie face down on an incline bench, holding the top of the bench with both hands for support.
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Position one leg with your foot flat on the floor for stability, and extend the other leg straight down towards the floor.
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Keeping your extended leg straight and your core engaged, slowly lift it upwards towards the ceiling, squeezing your glute at the top.
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Control the movement as you slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position.
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Complete all repetitions on one leg before switching to the other leg.
Secondary Muscles
While Incline Rear-leg Extension primarily targets Glutes, Hamstrings , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Hips . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Incline Rear-leg Extension, 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.
