Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | flat bench |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie prone on bench with thighs beyond endge of bench. Grasp sides of bench to stabilize position. Keep hips and knees flexed.Execution
Extend hips and knees to completely extend legs. Return and repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone | Starting Position Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/20/1420.jpg)
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![Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone | Ending Position Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/21/1421.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Gluteus Maximus |
Synergist | - |
Stabilizers | Erector Spinae | Hamstrings | Latissimus Dorsi |
![Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone | Muscles Front Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/67/767.jpg)
Front
![Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone | Muscles Rear Bodyweight Only Hip Extension, Prone Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/68/768.jpg)
Rear
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