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Bench Back Flexion Sit

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Exercise Profile

Bench Back Flexion Sit Overview

The bench back flexion sit workout primarily targets the lower back muscles.

The bench is used by sitting on the edge and slowly leaning back until the lower back touches the bench.

This exercise helps to strengthen the lower back without putting excessive strain on secondary muscles.

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Bench Back Flexion Sit Instructions

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart.
  2. Place your hands behind your head, elbows out to the sides.
  3. Lean back slowly, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
  4. Continue leaning back until you feel a stretch in your abdominal muscles.
  5. Return to the starting position by engaging your core and sitting up straight.
  6. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Bench Back Flexion Sit Tips

  1. Position yourself on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
  2. Place your hands behind your head, elbows out to the sides, and engage your core muscles.
  3. Slowly lean back, maintaining a straight spine and keeping your lower back pressed against the bench.
  4. Exhale as you lower your torso, feeling a gentle stretch in your lower back.
  5. Inhale as you return to the starting position, using your lower back muscles to lift your torso.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on engaging your lower back throughout the exercise.

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