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{"id":3254,"date":"2018-10-11T07:58:51","date_gmt":"2018-10-11T11:58:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pgwellness.com\/?p=3254"},"modified":"2020-09-06T11:11:53","modified_gmt":"2020-09-06T15:11:53","slug":"the-postural-benefits-of-practicing-superman-isometric-holds-a-w-t-y","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pgwellness.com\/2018\/10\/11\/the-postural-benefits-of-practicing-superman-isometric-holds-a-w-t-y\/","title":{"rendered":"Fitness – The Postural Benefits of Practicing Superman Isometric Holds (A, W, T, Y)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Superman exercises are terrific movements for improving posture and developing strength through the posterior chain of muscles. Since many of us spend much of our days in a sitting position, it is common to develop long and weak gluteal muscles and, sometimes, weak erector spinae muscles. The benefit of practicing superman exercises regularly is that they will support and stabilize the spine, help to prevent low back pain, and provide an opportunity to practice meaningful postural habits.<\/p>\n

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*Disclaimer: Any exercise performed incorrectly has the potential to do more harm than good. People flag these superman exercises as “bad” exercises because of the possibility of hyper-extending at the low back. Although certainly possible, don’t let this discourage you from trying. Remember, it’s all about HOW you practice. The articles below provide background information that may be helpful.*<\/p>\n

Facts About the Human Spine: Part 1<\/a> | Part 2<\/a><\/p>\n

Understanding an Optimal Pelvic Tilt<\/a><\/p>\n

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Where to Start<\/strong><\/p>\n

To begin developing postural strength, it is wise to practice isometric exercises first. An isometric exercise is a strong but motionless action. It is an exercise in which there is no movement or change in muscle length, but muscles are holding tension and receiving stimulation. The following are four isometric superman exercises that are meant to be practiced in order.<\/p>\n

The first exercise is: Superman [“A” Hold]<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This one is practiced first because it is most conducive to an open chest and externally rotated shoulders. It is important to keep the palms facing down towards the ground as you practice this variation. Look at the Exercise Spotlight Poster below for more details.<\/p>\n

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