Bodybuilding Back Exercise - Low Back Extension

Primary Muscle

Lower Back

Secondary Muscle

Glutes, Uppper Back,
Hamstrings

Equipment Needed

Hyperextension Bench

Mechanics Type

Compound

Proper Exercise Technique

Position your hips off the end of the bench and lay face down on the extension bench. Pointing your head towards the floor, keeping your back straight, hang your upper body down and extend downward until your shoulders are even wit your hips. Slowly bring back to starting position and repeat. Either crossing your arms at your chest or placing them behind your head is correct form. Its also important to keep your back straight throughout entire exercise.

Starting Low Back Extension Exercise Position

Ending Low Back Extension Exercise Position

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