VIDEO: Coach Nicole's Favorites- Back Extensions on Ball
A Fun and Challenging Way to Work the Core
-- By Nicole Nichols, Fitness Instructor
For more information about this video, please scroll down to read the text below the video player. *If this video doesn't play right away, "refresh" your browser window.In a new series of videos, Coach Nicole will demonstrate some of her favorite exercises—ones that she actually uses to stay in shape. This exercise works the lower back using a stability ball and a wall.
About Back Extensions on a Ball at the Wall
- NEW! Track This Exercise: Scroll down to the bottom of this article and click the "Add to Fitness Tracker" button. (You must be logged in for this to work.)
- Fitness Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Equipment Needed: Stability ball
- Type of Exercise: Strength training
- Muscles Worked: Lower back
- Safety Tip: If you have problems balancing, this exercise might not be for you. You can also make it easier by assuming the same position, but then placing your knees on the floor for more support.
