How to Do Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction

Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction is a back exercise using resistance band, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Back

Equipment

Resistance band

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction

  1. 01Lie face down with a resistance band looped around the ankles or lower calves.
  2. 02Lift the chest and the legs slightly off the floor by contracting the lower back and glutes.
  3. 03Drive the legs outward against the band resistance while maintaining the height of the legs.
  4. 04Bring the legs back to the center and then lower the torso and legs to the floor.
  5. 05Exhale during the lift and abduction phase to help stabilize the core.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Upper back Pulls the shoulder blades together and back.
  • Lats Pulls the arms down and toward the body.
  • Glutes Extends the hip, your main power generator.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the forehead touching the floor to prevent the neck from arching while the legs move laterally.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction questions

What muscles does Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction work?

Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction is catalogued as a back exercise in A90 Training Club, with the back as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction correctly?

Lie face down with a resistance band looped around the ankles or lower calves. Lift the chest and the legs slightly off the floor by contracting the lower back and glutes. Drive the legs outward against the band resistance while maintaining the height of the legs. Bring the legs back to the center and then lower the torso and legs to the floor. Exhale during the lift and abduction phase to help stabilize the core.

What is the A90 coach tip for Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction?

Keep the forehead touching the floor to prevent the neck from arching while the legs move laterally.

Is Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction suitable for beginners?

Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction?

Resistance Band Lying Hyperextension Abduction uses resistance band.

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