Reverse Froggy Hyperextension
Strengthen your lower back and glutes with this unique hyperextension. Get ready to hop into a stronger you!
The Reverse Froggy Hyperextension mainly works the glutes & hips and hamstrings, with help from the core. You'll need: exercise bench.
Required Equipment

Reverse Froggy Hyperextension Muscles Worked
Primary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Hamstrings
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Reverse Froggy Hyperextension Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Reverse Froggy Hyperextension
Frog Reverse Hyperextension Instructions
Starting Position:
Begin by positioning yourself on a bench or exercise table with your hips resting near the edge.
Position your elbows on the bench and your forearms parallel to each other for support.
Your knees should be placed on the floor beneath you, with your feet together to form a "frog" position.
Movement Instructions:
Engage your core and keep your back flat.
Slowly lift your feet off the ground, bringing your knees toward your chest while maintaining the "frog" position. Your hips should remain in contact with the bench.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, feeling the contraction in your glutes and hamstrings.
Lower your feet back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips:
Focus on squeezing your glutes as you lift your feet.
Keep your movement slow and controlled to avoid using momentum.
Ensure your head remains aligned with your spine throughout the exercise to prevent strain on your neck.
Reverse Froggy Hyperextension FAQs
What muscles does the Reverse Froggy Hyperextension work?
The Reverse Froggy Hyperextension mainly works the glutes & hips and hamstrings, with help from the core. The main muscles are the gluteus maximus and hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Reverse Froggy Hyperextension?
Exercise bench.
What workout day should the Reverse Froggy Hyperextension go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Reverse Froggy Hyperextension variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Single-Leg Reverse 45-Degree Hyperextension, Assisted Hyperextension, Froggy Pump and Froggy Hip Thrust.
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