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Movement of the Week // The GHD Hip Extension

by Nicole Zapoli

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Hi Fit Fam! 

Ready for a move that could supercharge your results?

You’re training consistently, focusing on proper movement mechanics + technique, but your glutes, hamstrings, and lower back are lagging a bit and you’re not sure why.

Ever feel like your training might be missing something?

Enter the GHD Hip Extension…

a movement often overlooked but packed with potential to transform your posterior chain!  

If you want to build a powerful core, sculpt your glutes, and strengthen your back…

THIS is the move you need more of.

Let me show you why it’s a game-changer!

 

 

Why GHD Hip Extensions?

We all know that strong glutes and hamstrings are the foundation of a well-rounded physique. 

BUT beyond aesthetics, these muscles are critical for everyday strength, athletic performance, and injury prevention. 

 

Here’s why the GHD Hip Extension should be a staple in your routine:

  • Glute Activation: Strong glutes are essential for good posture, lower back health, and overall body strength. GHD hip extensions engage and isolate the glutes in a way many other exercises do not.
 
  • Hamstring Development: Want to prevent unnecessary hamstring stress + strains? Regular GHD extensions can help you strengthen these muscles, improving flexibility and stability.
 
  • Lower Back Strength: If you’ve ever dealt with lower back pain, building strength to support and stabilize your lumbar spine is critical. This movement strengthens those muscles without compromising your spine.
 
  • Functional Fitness: This movement mimics everyday actions like bending over or lifting objects. Strengthening your posterior chain translates directly to better movement patterns in day-to-day life.
 

To maximize the benefits of GHD hip extensions, 

It’s important to perform them correctly and with the right programming.

That’s where my Remote Coaching with Individually Designed Program can help. 

With individually designed programming, movement demo videos, and personalized coaching cues.

You’ll learn exactly how to incorporate GHD hip extensions and other effective movements into your routine to reach your goals faster and more effectively.


Check out the program details here: My Remote Coaching Program with Individual Design
 

 

Key Stats and Benefits:

  • Reduce Injury Risk: Studies show that strengthening the posterior chain can decrease lower back injuries by up to 25% in athletes.
 
  • Boost Performance: Athletes who incorporate posterior chain exercises like the GHD hip extension can improve sprint speed by up to 10% due to increased hamstring activation.
 
  • Core Engagement: By maintaining core tension throughout the movement, the GHD hip extension helps build a strong, functional core, reducing the risk of injury during training sessions and life.
 
  • Back Pain Relief: Strengthening the lower back through hip extensions can reduce chronic back pain by as much as 30% in individuals who spend a lot of time sitting.
 
  • Fat Loss: A strong posterior chain burns calories more efficiently, helping you achieve your fat loss goals faster!
 
To make the most of these powerful benefits, 

incorporating the GHD hip extension into a structured workout plan is key. 

My Remote Coaching Program is designed to help you maximize your performance with tailored programming, movement demos, and expert coaching. 

Whether you’re aiming to reduce injury risk, decrease body fat, and/or boost performance, this program will guide you every step of the way.

 

How to Perform the GHD Hip Extension

Here’s where the focus comes in—getting the movement right! 

Follow these steps to maximize the benefits of this exercise:

 

FOCUS:

  • Set the pad close enough to allow for the edge of your hip to hang off the GHD at a full 90-degree angle.
 
  • Keep your scapulae retracted with your belly button pulled toward your spine and  your rib cage compressed down toward your hips.
 
  • Squeeze your glutes throughout, especially while opening the hips at the top.
 
  • Aim to reach a straight line from your heels all the way to your shoulders, reaching parallel to the floor at the top of the movement.
 

By keeping this focus in mind, 

You’ll ensure that you’re moving well with proper technique and movement mechanics, activating the right muscles, and protecting your lower back.

 

Check out the YouTube video below,

And if you want the final secret to getting the best results, keep reading!

 

My Secret to Getting Better Results

Here’s where the magic happens: 

Incorporating the GHD Hip Extension into a well-rounded, progressive training plan can take your fitness to new heights. 

But the real secret sauce? 

Pairing it with a personalized coaching program. 

That’s where my Remote Coaching Program comes in.

This isn’t just a cookie-cutter workout plan. 

It’s individually designed programming tailored to your specific goals—whether you want to build strength, improve endurance, and/or decrease body fat. 

With my program you’ll get:

  • Individually designed programming with movement demo videos
  • Weekly coaching cues to refine your form
  • Active recovery days to ensure optimal performance
  • A mobile app with custom meal plans to make nutrition a breeze
  • 1-on-1 onboarding and accountability so you stay on track
  • Direct email and SMS support for questions along the way
  • Monthly consults to adjust your plan as needed
 

With this program, you’re not just getting stronger—you’re training smarter.

 

The Missing Piece to Your Fitness Puzzle

If you’ve been spinning your wheels, doing endless squats, deadlifts, and lunges, and still not seeing the results you want, the GHD Hip Extension could be the missing piece of your fitness puzzle. 

It’s time to unlock the power of your posterior chain and take control of your fitness journey!

 

Ready to get started? 

Check out my full coaching program and watch your fitness goals become a reality!

Click Here: Remote Coaching Program

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