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Animated demonstration of the hyperextension exercise, targeting the Spine using Body weight.

hyperextension

Body part
Back
Equipment
Body weight
Target muscle
Spine
Secondary muscles
gluteshamstrings

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Adjust the hyperextension bench so that your upper thighs are resting on the pad and your feet are secured.

  2. Step 2: Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.

  3. Step 3: Lower your upper body towards the ground while keeping your back straight.

  4. Step 4: Pause for a moment at the bottom, then raise your upper body back up until it is in line with your legs.

  5. Step 5: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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