Hyperextension

Target Muscle

Secondary Muscles

Equipment

1

Align your upper thighs or hips with the larger pad, allowing your torso to bend forward from the waist and hang down.

2

Keeping your back straight, cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.

3

Slowly lift your torso until your body is in a straight line, using your lower back muscles to perform the movement.

4

Lower your body back down to the starting position, ensuring you don't bend too far forward, and repeat the movement for your desired number of repetitions.

Pro Tip

**Controlled Movement**: It's important to avoid fast, jerky movements when performing hyperextensions. You should lower your upper body towards the floor slowly and in a controlled manner, then raise your torso back up to the starting position. Fast or uncontrolled movements can put unnecessary strain on your back and lead to injury. **Maintain a Neutral Spine**: Throughout the exercise, keep your spine in a neutral position. This means you should avoid rounding or excessively arching your back. A common mistake is to hyperextend the back at the top of the movement, which can