Kneeling Superman
Muscle Groups: Lower back, Glutes
Kneeling Superman focuses on Lower back, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Kneeling Superman with proper form and technique.
- 1
Begin on your hands and knees in a quadruped position. Place your hands directly under your shoulders and your knees directly under your hips.
- 2
Extend your right arm straight forward and your left leg straight backward simultaneously. Keep both your arm and leg parallel to the floor, forming a straight line from your hand to your foot.
- 3
Slowly bring your right arm and left leg back to the starting quadruped position.
- 4
Now, extend your left arm straight forward and your right leg straight backward simultaneously. Maintain a stable trunk and keep your arm and leg parallel to the floor.
- 5
Return your left arm and right leg to the starting position. Continue alternating sides with each repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Kneeling Superman primarily targets Lower back, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kneeling Superman, 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.
