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Superman

Lower BackBeginnerNo equipment

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Description

This simple bodyweight exercise targets the lower back muscles as well as the glutes and hamstrings. The main muscles worked are latissimus dorsi and gluteus maximus. When done regularly, the superman can help prevent back pain and improve posture.

How to do it

  1. 1Lie face down on your belly. Your arms should be fully extended in front of you. Keep your legs straight.
  2. 2Lift your arms and legs up toward the ceiling simultaneously. Your body should form an elongated
  3. 3Hold for up to five seconds and then slowly lower your arms, legs, and chest back down.

⚠️ Common mistakes

  • Move your torso
  • Bend your knees

Now you know how it is done. In the app it joins the other exercises and becomes a multi-week plan.

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