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45 Degree Twisting Hyperextension

The 45 Degree Twisting Hyperextension is a lever machine exercise that targets the lower back, with the obliques assisting. Follow the 6 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Lower back
Also works
Obliques
Equipment
Lever machine
Body part
Back

Step by step

  1. Position yourself on a 45-degree hyperextension bench with your feet secured and hips resting on the pad.
  2. Cross your arms in front of your chest or place your hands lightly behind your head.
  3. Lower your torso toward the floor while keeping your back straight.
  4. As you raise your torso, rotate your upper body to one side, squeezing your lower back and obliques.
  5. Lower back down and then twist to the opposite side on the next repetition.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

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