Exercise Ball Back Extension with Rotation
Description
The exercise ball back extension with rotation is a back extension done over a stability ball with a thoracic twist added at the top. The rotation loads the obliques and trains rotational stability.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Exercise Ball Back Extension with Rotation Instructions
- Lie face down with the hips supported on a stability ball.
- Set the feet wide on the floor for stability.
- Place the hands behind the head.
- Brace the core and keep the body relaxed at the start.
- Lift the chest off the ball by extending the back.
- Rotate the torso to one side at the top.
- Lower with control and alternate sides each rep.
- Continue for the working set.
Exercise Ball Back Extension with Rotation Form & Visual
Exercise Ball Back Extension with Rotation Benefits
- Builds the lower back.
- Trains the obliques.
- Adds rotational stability work.
- Useful for athletes.
- Joint friendly back work.
Exercise Ball Back Extension with Rotation Muscles Worked
- Erector spinae
- Obliques
- Gluteus maximus
Exercise Ball Back Extension with Rotation Variations & Alternatives
- Back Extension
- Superman
- Reverse Hyperextension
- Russian Twist
