Hyperextension Sofa (roman chair)

Hyperextension Sofa (Roman Chair)

This hyperextension bench is made of steel and has a maximum weight capacity of 120 kg. It is adjustable in 5 positions and weighs approximately 14 kg. This professional-quality machine is suitable for training the core muscles (abdominal and back).

Anyone who's serious about fitness and truly wants to get strong understands that the entire body needs to be trained, not just the muscles that immediately catch the eye. Well-trained core muscles (the muscles of the back and abdomen) are essential: a strong core allows you to do more push-ups and pull-ups and heavier bench presses, deadlifts, and squats. Core training is perhaps even more important for the long term: back pain is a common occurrence as we age.

The Hyperextension Bench in detail:

• Footrest for a comfortable workout
• 5-position adjustable cushion support with high comfort thanks to imitation leather upholstery
• 2-way height-adjustable foot mount
• Max. load capacity: 120 kg
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 128 x 56 x 78-86 cm
• Quick and easy to set up thanks to the included assembly manual and mounting accessories
• 45° adjustment angle for effective strengthening of the abdominal and back muscles
• Max. body height up to 185 cm
• Minimum body height: 150 cm
• Quick attachment thanks to quick-release fasteners
• Wide handles as a training aid
• Stable footrest for extra comfort and firm support
• Non-slip feet provide a firm grip

With this Roman Chair (45-degree incline), you can train your back muscles, and specifically your lower back muscles, through hyperextensions. This exercise, often overlooked by many people (after all, the lower back muscles aren't "beach muscles"), primarily trains the erector spinae muscle group, which allows you to straighten your back. The other core muscles also participate in this exercise: you also train your abdominal muscles and the muscles in your mid-back.

Hyperextensions are a perfect exercise to do at the beginning of your workout, for example, as they're a safe way to warm up your core. Once you're able to do 15 repetitions, you can make the exercise more challenging by holding a weight while performing it.

Those who are passionate about strength training and familiar with the Big Three strength exercises ( bench press, squats, and deadlifts ) know better than anyone that the risk of injury, particularly in the lower back, lurks with each of these three exercises. Therefore, it's wise to train this muscle group and the rest of your core muscles (the foundation from which your strength comes ) properly. Increasing core strength allows you to perform better in every other exercise.

Aside from the athletic benefits, strengthening your lower back is excellent for your posture and an investment in your long-term health!