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Back Extension (45°)

IsolationBeginner

How to do it

Hinge at the hips and rise until your body is a straight line.

Muscles

Primary

Lower Back, Glutes

Secondary

Hamstrings

Steps to perform

  1. 1Set the pad just below your hips on a 45° bench.
  2. 2Cross arms over your chest and lower your torso.
  3. 3Raise back up until your body is in a straight line.
  4. 4Avoid hyperextending at the top.

Can be done on a flat bench with a partner holding your legs.

Equipment

Flat bench

Alternatives

Conventional Deadlift

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Rack Pull

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Barbell Romanian Deadlift

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Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

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