Instructions:
- 1Position yourself on the hyperextension bench with your waist snug against the pad
- 2Hold a weight plate to your chest or behind your head
- 3Lower your upper body down, bending at the hips, until nearly perpendicular to the floor
- 4Pull your body up using your lower back muscles until your body forms a straight line
- 5Pause at the top for a moment, then lower back down
Tips:
- Keep your back straight throughout the exercise to avoid injury
- Ensure your hyperextension bench is adjusted correctly for your height
- Avoid jerking or using momentum - make the movement smooth and controlled
- In the elevated position, squeeze your glutes for a better muscle contraction