Equipmentbody weight
Difficultybeginner
glutesupper legs
Bench Hip Extension
The bench hip extension is a bodyweight exercise targeting the glutes and hamstrings. It involves lifting the hips off a bench to form a straight line from knees to shoulders, emphasizing glute activation and hip extension strength.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Sit on a bench with your back against the bench and your feet flat on the ground.
- 2.Place your hands on the bench for support.
- 3.Engage your glutes and hamstrings, then lift your hips off the bench until your body forms a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
hamstrings
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