Spine Back Stability Ball #1334

Exercise Ball Back Extension With Hands Behind Head

Animated demonstration

Exercise Ball Back Extension With Hands Behind Head — Animated demonstration

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At a glance

Target muscle
Spine
Body part
Back
Equipment
Stability Ball
Synergist group
Glutes

Secondary muscles

Glutes Hamstrings

How to perform

  1. 1

    Place the stability ball on the ground and lie face down on top of it with your hips resting on the ball.

  2. 2

    Position your feet against a wall or other stable surface for support.

  3. 3

    Cross your arms behind your head, with your hands touching the back of your head.

  4. 4

    Engage your core and slowly lift your upper body off the ball, extending your back until your body forms a straight line from your head to your hips.

  5. 5

    Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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