Lever Standing Hip Extension
Expert Advice
Keep your supporting leg slightly bent and focus on using your glutes to perform the movement.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand facing the leverage machine with the pad against the back of your thigh.
- Grasp the handles for support and extend your leg back, squeezing your glutes.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
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Muscles Worked
Lever Standing Hip Extension primarily targets the Glutes, with Strength mechanics using Leverage Machine. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Glutes60%
Secondary
Hamstrings40%
Equipment
Leverage Machine
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Lever Standing Hip Extension work?
Lever Standing Hip Extension primarily targets the Glutes. Secondary muscles involved include Hamstrings. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Leverage Machine.
How many sets and reps should I do for Lever Standing Hip Extension?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Lever Standing Hip Extension suitable for beginners?
Lever Standing Hip Extension is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
