Superman

Train your lower back using only bodyweight.

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Instructions

  1. To begin, lie straight and face down on the floor or exercise mat. Your arms should be fully extended in front of you. This is the starting position. for best results.
  2. Simultaneously raise your arms, legs, and chest off of the floor and hold this contraction for 2 seconds. Tip: Squeeze your lower back to get the best results from this exercise. Remember to exhale during this movement. Note: When holding the contracted position, you should look like superman when he is flying. for best results.
  3. Slowly begin to lower your arms, legs and chest back down to the starting position while inhaling. for best results.
  4. Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions prescribed in your program. for best results.