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glute-ham raise
upper legshamstringsbody weight
Instructions
- Adjust the glute-ham raise machine to fit your body.
- Position yourself face down on the machine with your ankles secured.
- Place your hands on your chest or cross them over your chest.
- Engage your hamstrings and glutes to lift your upper body up towards the ceiling.
- Continue lifting until your body is in a straight line from your head to your heels.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
gluteslower back
Additional Information
The glute-ham raise is a body weight-based exercise that primarily targets the hamstrings. This exercise is particularly effective for upper legs development and can be incorporated into various workout routines.