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bench hip extension

bench hip extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Sit on a bench with your back against the bench and your feet flat on the ground.

Step 2

Place your hands on the bench for support.

Step 3

Engage your glutes and hamstrings, then lift your hips off the bench until your body forms a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.

Step 4

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

glutes

Secondary muscles

hamstrings

Primary body parts

thighsglutes

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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