Superman
- Strength
- Beginner
- Bodyweight
Muscles worked
Main: Back · Also: Glutes
Measured in seconds.
How to do it
- Lie face down with your arms extended in front of you.
- Lift your arms, chest and legs a few centimetres off the floor.
- Hold briefly, then lower with control.
Tip: Lift only as high as is comfortable. Do not strain your neck.
Take extra care if…
- You have a current problem with your lower back. This exercise puts load through it.
- Done lying on your front. This is not recommended during pregnancy for some of these, so check with your midwife or doctor.
General guidance only, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts, and get advice from a doctor or qualified professional if pain continues.