Instructions
Preparation
- Lie supine on bench with head hanging off and knees and hips bent. Hold plate behind neck or on chest with both hands or use no weight.
Execution
- Flex waist to raise upper torso from bench. Return until the back of the shoulders contact the padded incline board. Repeat.
Comments
- Exercise can be performed without added weight until more resistance is needed. Certain individuals may need to keep their neck in a neutral position with a space between their chin and sternum. See Arm Position During Waist Exercises and Spot Reduction Myth.
Classification
| Utility: | Auxiliary |
| Mechanics: | Isolated |
| Force: | Pull |
Muscles
- No significant stabilizers