Lower Back Curl

How to do the Lower Back Curl

1. Lie on your stomach with your arms out to your sides. This will be your starting position.
2. Using your lower back muscles, extend your spine lifting your chest off of the ground. Do not use your arms to push yourself up. Keep your head up during the movement. Repeat for 10-20 repetitions.

Muscles worked

Role	Muscles
Primary	abs
Equipment	no equipment
Difficulty	beginner

Train the same muscles a different way

6 alternatives for the same abs, with and without kit.

Torso Rotation Exercise Ball Dumbbell Side Bend Dumbbell Spell Caster Dumbbell Advanced Kettlebell Windmill Kettlebell Bent Press Kettlebell Double Kettlebell Windmill Kettlebell

Common questions

What muscles does the Lower Back Curl work?

The Lower Back Curl primarily works the abs. Overhead Stretch, Seated Overhead Stretch, and Standing Lateral Stretch train the same muscle, across 9 equipment types.

What equipment do you need for the Lower Back Curl?

None — the Lower Back Curl is bodyweight, so it works at home, in a hotel room or outdoors. Overhead Stretch and Seated Overhead Stretch also need nothing.

Is the Lower Back Curl suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Lower Back Curl is rated beginner. 22 harder options for the same muscle are catalogued.

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