Reverse Hyperextension
a.k.a. Reverse Hyper
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a leg curl differs may appear similar to a standing leg curl, | but is actually a hyperextension and uses a Hyperextension machine. You keep your legs straight for this exercise. Keeping your legs straight increases the overall work done by your glute | and hamstring muscles.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Locate a Hyperextension Machine.
2) Load plates on the machine.
3) Position yourself face-down on the reverse hypertension machine
4) ...with your feet and legs hanging over the edge
5) ...and your arms fully outstretched and grasping the handles.
6) Place your feet between the ankle pads.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Exhale as you push your feet and legs backward and upward as far as you can, without over-extending your hips.
3) Hold this position for a count of one second.
4) This is the ending position.
5) Then, inhale as you gradually allow your feet and legs to move forward as far as possible.
6) Repeat reps for a full set.
Proper Form
Pay special attention to following proper form by...
Keep your legs straight during the entire movement to properly target your hamstrings.
Keeping your torso tight during this exercise will concentrate all of the effort in your hamstring, giving you the most benefit possible from this particular movement.
Be sure to maintain tension on your hamstrings at all times.
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