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Light reverse hyper

Regression of Reverse Hyperextension

REGRESSION · HOW TO DO IT

Light reverse hyper

These steps are written specifically for the Light reverse hyper. Follow them in order and stop before you lose the position.

  1. 01
    Set up your version

    Set up specifically for the Light reverse hyper. Keep resistance intentionally low so position—not load—is the challenge.

  2. 02
    Move the pattern

    Brace your trunk and lift the legs by driving the heels backward, keeping the motion at the hips.

  3. 03
    Match the demand

    Use this version to make the position repeatable before adding range, load, or speed.

  4. 04
    Finish with control

    Stop when the legs meet the torso line, squeeze the glutes, and lower without swinging. Stop at a clean hip finish.

START WHERE YOU CAN WIN

Regress the demand

EARN THE NEXT STEP

Progress the ownership

More about this movement

GLUTES & HIPS / 10

Short rangeShort range

Light reverse hyper

Sets: 3–4 · Reps: 10–20

Light reverse hyper is a regression of Reverse Hyperextension. Use the written card above for its exact setup and execution.

Short range: Short range means the target muscle finishes squeezed in its shortened position.

WHY IT EARNS A SPOT

Own the position,
then earn the load.

The legs travel from hip flexion toward extension while the torso stays fixed. That makes the shortened glute finish easy to feel and repeat.