45 degree twisting hyperextension

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Instructions:

  • 1Position your hips and legs on a hyperextension bench, feet firmly on the steps
  • 2Cross your arms in front of you or hold your hands at either side of your head
  • 3Bend forward at the hips while rotating your upper body towards one side
  • 4Slowly raise your body as far as you comfortably can until you're nearly standing
  • 5Repeat with your body rotating towards the opposite side

Tips:

  • Avoid locking your knees, keep them slightly bent
  • Keep your back straight and maintain the natural curvature of your spine
  • Inhale as you lower your body, exhale as you raise
  • Engage your core and squeeze your glutes as you lift your body

45 degree twisting hyperextension Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs