Six Pack Shortcuts – Lower Back Exercises for Men

Tuesday, October 11th, 2011 at 8:27 pm

Six Pack Shortcuts

Lower Back Exercises for Men

Having abs that are as hard as rock takes a lot of hard work and discipline. If you really want a six pack like that then you will need to maintain a strict diet and commit to a regular regime of torso workouts.

Lower back exercises for men are a necessary part of building torso strength. You might not think that working on the back of your body is that important but it is, strengthening and shaping it will help it to become part of your new dynamic looking torso.

Your lower back is comprised of muscles that are connected to the ribs and the torso. In order to work on your abs effectively you need to strengthen your back as well You can do this by doing a series of lower back exercises for men as well as upper back exercises. Back exercises will limit the possibility of any muscular injuries when training due to weak back muscles.

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Two Lower Back Exercises for Men

The Front Plank

One good lower back exercise for men that we recommend is the front plank. This lower body exercise targets the spine or the back and the transverse abdominis. There is no need for any special equipment. You will need to lie on your stomach with your elbows near your sides and under your shoulders. Your palms should be down and fingers should be facing forward, your feet should be stepped back with your legs straight. Make sure that your neck is in line your spine.

Gradually raise your torso off the floor at the same time as your thighs. Make sure you keep your body parts rigid and do not allow any drooping from your ribcage. Inhale and exhale as your abs are pressed to support your back. Try holding this position for 15 to 30 seconds, or for as long as possible. When lowering the body, try to maintain the the tension in your torso and legs.

Below is a video of the front plank being executed:

The Prone Cobra

Another lower back exercise for men that you should try is the prone cobra. It is a very easy exercise to perform and is perfect for those who are just starting out. Although the prone cobra is an easy exercise to perform it is also very deceptive as it is an extremely effective exercise for increasing lower back strength. It targets the spine and lower back area superbly well.

Lie on your stomach with your legs straight and together, your arms should be out to the side. Gently exhale whilst raising your upper body and your feet of the ground, your abdominal muscles will support the spine.

Click on the video below to see the prone cobra being performed.

These two relatively easy lower back exercises for men can just as easily be performed by women and are extremely effective exercises for increasing lower back strength which in turn will help build a much better and stronger six pack.

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