Superman

Superman — Start position
Start position
Superman — End position
End position
Region
Lumbar & Core
Equipment
Body Only
Category
Stretching
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
compound
Force
static

Muscles worked

  • lower back
  • glutes
  • hamstrings

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. To begin, lie straight and face down on the floor or exercise mat. Your arms should be fully extended in front of you. This is the starting position.

  2. Simultaneously raise your arms, legs, and chest off of the floor and hold this contraction for 2 seconds. Tip: Squeeze your lower back to get the best results from this exercise. Remember to exhale during this movement. Note: When holding the contracted position, you should look like superman when he is flying.

  3. Slowly begin to lower your arms, legs and chest back down to the starting position while inhaling.

  4. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions prescribed in your program.

Related movements