Static Back Extension
- Primary muscles
- Glutes, Lower back
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Movement pattern
- None
Steps
- 1 Lie face down on a hyperextension machine with your hips at the edge of the pad and your feet secured.
- 2 Allow your torso to hinge forward, hanging towards the floor.
- 3 Engage your glutes and lower back to raise your torso until it forms a straight line with your legs.
- 4 Hold this extended position, keeping your core tight and your back straight.
- 5 Slowly lower your torso back down to the starting position, maintaining control.
