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glute-ham raise
Target

hamstrings

Equipment

body weight

glute-ham raise

upper legs

How to Perform the glute-ham raise

1

Adjust the glute-ham raise machine to fit your body.

2

Position yourself face down on the machine with your ankles secured.

3

Place your hands on your chest or cross them over your chest.

4

Engage your hamstrings and glutes to lift your upper body up towards the ceiling.

5

Continue lifting until your body is in a straight line from your head to your heels.

6

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

gluteslower back