I perform reverse hypers multiple times a week. On this machine, I like to get some momentum for the “traction” effect it has on my lower back. Do you do these? All gyms should have one but when they do, nobody ever uses it! Louie Simmons, the legendary strength... coach and founder of Westside Barbell, created the Reverse Hyper machine to address back health and strength in his athletes. This innovative piece of equipment targets the posterior chain—lower back, glutes, and hamstrings—while also providing traction to the spine. Simmons designed it as a rehabilitation tool initially, aiming to alleviate lower back pain and strengthen the lumbar region in his own back. Why I use this machine: * Back Health: Performing reverse hyperextensions helps to strengthen the muscles of the lower back, reducing the risk of injury and promoting overall spinal health. * Glute Activation: The exercise specifically targets the glute muscles, aiding in their activation and development, which is crucial for improved performance in various activities like squatting, deadlifting, and sprinting. * Hamstring Strength: The movement also engages the hamstrings, contributing to their strength and stability, which is essential for athletic performance and injury prevention. * Improved Posture: Regularly incorporating reverse hyperextensions into your workout routine can help improve posture by strengthening the muscles that support the spine and pelvis. * Injury Prevention: Strengthening the posterior chain with the Reverse Hyper machine can help prevent common injuries, such as lower back strains and hamstring pulls, by creating a more resilient and balanced musculature. * Rehabilitation: When I tweaked my lower back, doing this multiple times a week aided my recovery greatly.show more

I’m too short for this

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I love them so much, I bought one of the enormous Rogue machines for my basement.

Bought one for myself a few years ago now. I use it at least 3-4 times a week. I haven't had any major back pain since.

The gayest thing I've ever seen

I need this machine. I’d have every one of my patients on it.

Literal traction! They make a smaller one that can fold and fit in an office

I have a herniated disc, it’s damn tough to do this, don’t know if I should work through the discomfort or avoid the exercise

Love ‘em.

I have one of these to fix my back. How to use it effectively? You gotta know momentum is involved. I know the beginner advice; control it, but I use it for the traction by momentum. That’s the point. Large sets involved…Control/momentum. Good post and reminder to work this.

The reverse hyper is a very poor design for a trunk extension machine compared with just about any regular seated trunk extension machine or supine hip extension machine.

LOVE the Reverse Hyper. Louie Simmons was a legit mad genius. The Belt Squat is another of his inventions that is under appreciated. 🤙🏽

I think I just watched something erotic.

It’s one of the single best things anyone can do

Always wanted to try one of these, none of my gyms ever carried them.

They tend to collect dust and are considered the most expensive table in most gyms Too bad because it’s the greatest tool a gym can own

I have never seen that machine in any of my gyms, would 💯 use it though.

Literally only one gym in my life has ever had it. It’s amazing

I’d use it very often if I had one

I do a variation of this on a rack. I’m working out how to load it with weight

One of the greatest machine ever for making the lower back feel great. I’ll never forget the first time I used it, doesnt take a lot of weight to feel good. I need one for my house.

I need to find better gyms. My area doesn't have any of this.

Is there a difference between executing these via legs (as you’re doing) vs. moving torso (if that makes sense…)

Your torso is on a pad

If I'm at a gym that has one of these I use it cuz it feels great on my back. Although getting on it is a challenge.

How effective is this though if you’ve just got momentum going after the first few swings? Surely it would be better if you used slow controlled movements? (Disclaimer I’ve never used a machine like this lol)

For the traction effect, no

It’s funny, I was scrolling through X videos and this popped up. I can confidently say I can recognize your glute hammys from a mile away.

LOL thanks

I own one, but it really hurts (like a spoon is digging into my low back) and it’s uncomfortable on hip lower stomach region, and I can’t breathe My body sucks and I’m prolly doing it wrong Also I can’t do much weight … ugh

Is that like a reverse Good Morning?

No, I explained what it is lol

Bought one for home, so far it has saved me from fusion surgery and greatly improved strength, stabilization, and back pain.

I bought one and use 2x a week. It's great.

Damn, if I did that say bye to my lower back for the rest of the week 😂 At my gym they have the regular one, where you lock your legs and bring your torso down and up. I hold a disc with my hands for extra resistance. But it makes more sense the one you’re doing tbh

I wish military gyms had better equipment. They have decent facilities but not of the really cutting edge shit.

I use this to release lactic acid from my lower back after heavy squat/ deadlift days, makes recovery so much smoother

Have you ever tried Nordic curls Marc?

I’ve posted videos on them and coach youth athletes, so yes

I trust your advice, but just watching that makes my back hurt.

Sir, Some people think momentum is good, but as always, "It depends." I happen to recommend avoiding momentum. Why? Well, I'm clumsy, would lose grip with my hands, and on the next downswing, flip myself onto the floor, flat on my back, ...again. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯