STOP Doing Back Extensions Like This!

Summary by Krater

Squat University demonstrates how to properly perform hip extensions on a Roman chair to target glutes and hamstrings without placing excessive stress and compression on the lumbar spine.

From the video

Answers: How do you use a Roman chair for hip extensions correctly?

• Roman chair hip extensions
• lumbar spine protection
• hip hinge mechanics
• glute and hamstring engagement

Exercises

• hip extensions · Roman chair

What it concludes

• The Roman chair pad should be set lower than the top of the pelvis so that the lower back remains stable and does not flex under load.
• Feet should point straight down and the toes should grab the footplate to properly engage the glutes and lower leg complex during hip extensions.