Seated Behind Back Raise (female)

Seated Behind Back Raise demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the edge of a bench or chair with your feet flat on the floor
  • 2Extend your arms behind your back with your palms facing each other
  • 3Lean forward from the hips, keeping your back straight
  • 4Raise your upper body until it's in line with your lower body
  • 5Slowly return to the starting position

Tips:

  • Keep your head in line with your spine during the exercise
  • Engage your core to keep your balance
  • Don't use your arms to pull yourself up, use your lower back and glute muscles
  • Perform this exercise slow and controlled to avoid injury

Seated Behind Back Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs