Bench Lateral Extension Roman Chair

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The bench lateral extension roman chair workout is designed to primarily engage the obliques.

The bench is used to provide stability and support during the exercise, allowing for targeted oblique activation.

By maintaining proper form and using controlled movements, the bench helps isolate the oblique muscles.

While other muscles may be involved to a lesser extent, the focus of this workout is on the obliques.

Position yourself on the bench with your hips and chest resting against the pad, and your feet flat on the ground.
Place your hands on the handles of the roman chair, gripping them firmly.
Engage your core muscles by pulling your belly button in towards your spine.
Slowly lower your legs towards the ground, keeping them straight and together.
Continue lowering your legs until they are parallel to the ground, or until you feel a stretch in your lower back.
Pause for a moment, then use your core muscles to lift your legs back up to the starting position.
Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.

Position yourself on the bench by sitting with your back straight and your feet firmly planted on the ground, shoulder-width apart. This will provide a stable base for your body and ensure proper alignment throughout the exercise.
Engage your core muscles by drawing your belly button in towards your spine. This will help activate your obliques and provide stability during the lateral extension movement.
As you lower your body to the side, focus on keeping your torso straight and your shoulders square. Avoid leaning forward or backward, as this can put unnecessary strain on your lower back.
Initiate the movement by contracting your obliques and slowly lowering your body to the side, aiming to bring your elbow towards your hip. Imagine squeezing your obliques as you perform the exercise, feeling the tension in your side muscles.
Return to the starting position by using your obliques to lift your body back up to the center. Keep the movement controlled and avoid using momentum to swing your body up. Remember, it’s the quality of the movement that matters, not the speed or the number of repetitions.