LS | McKenzie Extension (Bench)

LS | McKenzie Extension (Bench)

LS | McKenzie Extension (Bench)

EXERCISE USE

Used as a guided / controlled and loaded movement into extension to improve range into lumbar extension, as well as improve the abdominal strength through the movement. Having your abdominals 'on' during this movement reduced shear load that happens with standing and lying extension, however these IS increased load. Good to do once you are pain free in lying extension, or you have problems with muscle control.

INSTRUCTIONS Back onto a bench or high table that is not going to move and will support your weight. Stand with legs apart, knees straight, hands on hips and elbows back. Keep you abdominals tight and knees straight, slowly lean backwards towards the bed. Stop at the tightness and before you reach any pain then slowly return, aming to increase the range as you can each rep.
SPECIAL NOTES Do not use if you are in the acute stages of a disc bulge unless specifically instructed by your Physio / Practitioner.

Progression Levels

Session 1:

1

LS | McKenzie Extension (Elbows)

LS | McKenzie Extension (Elbows)

2

LS | McKenzie Extension (Lying)

LS | McKenzie Extension (Lying)

3

LS | McKenzie Extension (Standing)

LS | McKenzie Extension (Standing)

4

LS | McKenzie Extension (Bench)

LS | McKenzie Extension (Bench)

Education Videos for this Exercise

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