Superman
- Category
- Back
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Primary muscles
- Erector Spinae, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Mideus
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Deltoids, Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
How to do it
- Lie face down on the floor, arms extended forward, legs straight.
- Simultaneously lift your arms and legs off the floor.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, squeezing glutes and lower back.
- Lower down slowly with control and repeat.
Form tips
- Keep arms and legs extended throughout the movement.
- Squeeze glutes and lower back muscles.
- Breathe evenly, don't hold your breath.
- Focus on posterior chain muscles.
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