Around the World Superman

Around The World Superman

Description

The around the world superman is a posterior chain builder that pairs the superman hold with circular arm movement. The mover lies face down, lifts the arms and legs, and sweeps the arms in a circle. It is a strong upper back and back extension move.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Around the World Superman Instructions

  1. Lie face down on the floor.
  2. Extend the arms straight overhead and the legs straight back.
  3. Brace your core and lift the chest and legs off the floor.
  4. Hold the superman position.
  5. Sweep the arms out to the sides while keeping them off the floor.
  6. Continue the sweep until the hands touch at the lower back.
  7. Reverse the path back overhead.
  8. Continue circling the arms.

Around the World Superman Form & Visual

Around the World Superman

Around the World Superman Benefits

  • Builds the upper back
  • Trains the posterior chain
  • Strong superman variation
  • Useful for back health
  • Builds the glutes

Around the World Superman Muscles Worked

  • Erector spinae
  • Posterior deltoid
  • Gluteus maximus
  • Trapezius

Around the World Superman Variations & Alternatives

  • Superman
  • YTW Raises
  • Bird Dog
  • Cobra Pose