Hyperextensions

by Marc1000 on Sep 5, 2009 3:03 PM EDT Comment 2 comments

Hi Andrew,

I read in your post on core traning http://www.malepatternfitness.com/2009/4/9/828999/weight-use-more-for-a-strong-core that you employ the Hyperextension to hit the glutes (and other muscles). When you do hyperextensions do you allow your back to round at the bottom? I have beenslighyly rounding my back at the bottom without any problems, but I was wondering if this is a good idea long-term. I remember in the workouts you posted that you were adding some serious poundage to this movement.

Thanks,

Marc

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…to avoid rounding if you’re using big weights. On lower-resistance or bodyweight only versions, you’re probably okay. But by and large the erector spinae should act isometrically in the movement.

by Andrew Heffernan on Sep 8, 2009 10:24 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs