Superman

The Superman is a beginner bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the Lower Back.

Muscles Worked

How to Do the Superman

1. 1To 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. 2Simultaneously 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. 3Slowly begin to lower your arms, legs and chest back down to the starting position while inhaling.
4. 4Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions prescribed in your program.

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