Description:

The glute ham raise eccentric works the posterior chain of the body. Tension the entire body during the descent. Fight for every centimeter of control before giving up.

Technique:

Aim for full hip extension and upright posture
Abdominal bracing
Clenched fists for upper body tension
Actively flex the knee
Slow negative
Hands positioned to receive bodyweight in pushup
Explosive pushup for concentric returning to start