Lever Reverse Hyperextension (plate loaded)

Lever Reverse Hyperextension demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Position yourself on the leverage machine with your lower abdomen against the pad.
  • 2Hold the handles for stability and extend your legs back.
  • 3Keep your legs straight and raise them as high as you can, engaging your glutes.
  • 4Lower your legs back down in a controlled fashion.
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips:

  • Engage your glutes and hamstrings during the lift and lower.
  • Avoid arching your lower back during the exercise.
  • Control your movement, do not let the weights control you.
  • Breathe in during the downward movement and breathe out during the upward movement.

Lever Reverse Hyperextension Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs