Reverse Back Extension
Courtesy of Paul Frediani
Excerpt from Get on the Ball
Exercise Data
| Main Muscle Worked: | Gluteus Maximus |
| Other Muscles Worked: | Erector Spinae |
| Equipment: | Fit Ball |
| Mechanics: | Isolated |
Tips
Place the ball under the front of your hips; place your hands on the floor in front of the ball. Extend your legs behind you with your feet hip-distance apart. Keep a slight bend in your elbows. Slowly lift your legs off the floor, keeping your knees straight, until your ankles and the back of your head are in a straight line. Hold the position for three seconds before returning to the starting position.
Paul Frediani is an Elite+ personal trainer at Equinox in New York City. He's certified by ACE, ACSM and is a medical exercise specialist. He sits on the board of the US Surfing Federation's sports medicine committee and is the author of several books.
Photos by Per Bernal - Fitness Model: Heather Schirra
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