glutesmachine

lever hip extension

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

Steps

Step 1. Adjust the machine to fit your body and sit on it with your back against the backrest.

Step 2. Place your feet on the footrests and grip the handles for stability.

Step 3. Engage your glutes and hamstrings, then push against the footrests to extend your hips and raise your legs backward.

Step 4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back 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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