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Back Extension

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01Facts

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Back Extension is a beginner single-joint isolation hip-hinging exercise targeting the Spinal Erectors in the Back region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes and Hamstrings.

02Muscle recruitment

Scored primarily as Back. Stimulus share across muscles:

BackSHARE80
LegsSHARE40
CoreSHARE40

03Equipment variations

Bodyweight

Back Extension

Also called hyperextension, hyper, 45-degree hyper

External load · Gym

Machine

Machine Back Extension

Machine Back Extension is a beginner single-joint isolation hip-hinging exercise targeting the Spinal Erectors in the Back region. Performed using a machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes and Hamstrings.

Also called seated back extension, roman chair back extension

External load · Gym

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