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Core & Other Posterior Chain Movements: Alternating Supermans

Instructions

Start by lying prone on the ground with arms extended above the head and legs fully extended below the hips. Initiate the movement by contracting the hamstrings, glutes, mid and upper back, and shoulders all simultaneously; giving the perception of superman flying. Keep the head down (or neutral) and hold the contracted position for a solid 1-2 seconds before returning to the relaxed prone position.

The main difference from the "Superman" workout, is that only opposing sides of the body are engaged at the same time.  For instance, if the right arm is elevated, then the left leg is elevated.  Common Error is letting the lower back rotate during the transition of right to left.

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