lever reverse hyperextension
lever reverse hyperextension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the leverage machine to fit your body and secure your feet in the foot pads.
Step 2
Lie face down on the machine with your upper body hanging off the edge and your hips resting on the pad.
Step 3
Cross your arms over your chest or place them behind your head.
Step 4
Engage your glutes and hamstrings to lift your legs upward until they are parallel to the ground.
Step 5
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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