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45 Degree Hyperextension (Arms in Front of Chest)
The 45 Degree Hyperextension (Arms in Front of Chest) is a lever machine exercise that targets the lower back, with the glutes assisting. Follow the 5 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Lower back
- Also works
- Glutes
- Equipment
- Lever machine
- Body part
- Back
Step by step
- Position yourself on a 45-degree hyperextension bench with your feet secured and hips resting on the pad.
- Cross your arms in front of your chest and keep your spine neutral.
- Lower your upper body toward the floor in a controlled manner while keeping your back straight.
- Raise your torso by contracting your lower back and glutes until your body forms a straight line.
- Pause briefly at the top, then repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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