sphinx
A back exercise targeting the spine, performed with body weight.
How to do sphinx
Lie face down on the ground with your forearms flat on the floor, elbows directly under your shoulders.
Engage your core and lift your chest off the ground, keeping your forearms and toes on the floor.
Hold this position for a few seconds, making sure to keep your neck in a neutral position.
Slowly lower your chest back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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