Exercise library · Lower back
Back Extension Machine
The Back Extension Machine is a lever machine exercise that targets the lower back, with the glutes assisting. Follow the 7 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
- Sit on the back extension machine and adjust the pads so they rest comfortably against your upper back.
- Place your feet securely under the foot rollers or platform.
- Engage your core and keep your spine neutral.
- Extend your torso backward against the resistance in a controlled motion.
- Pause briefly at the top while contracting your lower back muscles.
- Slowly return to the starting position without rounding your back.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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