Lower back curl
The lower back curl, also known as back extensions or hyperextensions, is a bodyweight exercise that targets the muscles of the lower back. It involves lying face down and lifting the upper body off the ground, engaging the spine and surrounding muscles.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Spine
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your movements slow and controlled.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise.
- Avoid hyperextending your back to prevent injury.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- spinal injuries
- pregnancy
Also known as
Iperestensioni lombari, back extensions, hyperextensions, bodyweight lower back exercise