Swiss Ball Back Extension

Beginner
  1. Lie face down with your hips and stomach resting on the Swiss ball.
  2. Place your feet firmly against the floor or a wall for support.
  3. Keep your legs straight or slightly bent.
  4. Place your hands across your chest or lightly behind your head.
  5. Brace your core and keep your neck neutral.
  6. Lower your upper body slightly over the ball.
  7. Squeeze your glutes and lift your chest until your body forms a straight line.
  8. Avoid overextending your lower back.
  9. Lower back down under control.
  10. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    About Will Duru

    PT Will Duru is a Personal Trainer, Founder of the 12REPS strength training app, and holds a Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons).

    Will has been featured in Men’s Health, The Times, The Telegraph, The Sun, Men’s Fitness, Coach, and i Newspaper.

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