Back Trainers

Do you regularly suffer from back pain or do you simply want to strengthen and train your (lower) back muscles? Then a back trainer may be the ideal fitness equipment for you. By properly training your back, you transform your posture and prevent possible back pain. You only have one back and you have to take care of it (the rest of your body too, by the way).

What is a back trainer?

Back trainers are also known as “back extension machine” and “hyperextension bench”. The name actually indicates it, back trainers are special fitness equipment where the focus is entirely on training and strengthening your back muscles. Specifically your lower back muscles. You can train your back muscles in different ways, if you want to focus on your lower back muscles then a back trainer is ideal.

Training the back is often skipped (just like legs, just do it no matter how tough). The importance of strong and good back muscles is often underestimated because they have various important functions.

Why is it important to train your back muscles properly?

You only have one back and you have to take care of it (and the rest of your body too, by the way). That is why it is important to be able to properly support your spine through your back muscles. If your back muscles are not strong enough, various complaints can arise, such as lower back pain and neck problems. By training properly, you can also absorb and manage mild forms of scoliosis, for example, and reduce the risk of hernia.

Would you like to train if you suffer from scoliosis or hernia? We always recommend that you first consult your doctor or practitioner carefully in advance about what you can and cannot do.

Other reasons to train your back muscles may be:

• It contributes to a better posture
• It can relieve back pain
• It reduces the chance of possible injuries
• Improving your core and therefore your stability
• It improves your functionality and mobility

In short, there are many different important benefits to training your (lower) back muscles.

Why choose strength training with a back trainer?

You can train your back muscles in different ways, but it is important to know that you train your upper back muscles and lower back muscles in different ways. For example, a lat pulldown is a well-known strength exercise for your upper back, but has less effect on your lower back.

You often train the lower back using a hyperextension bench, Roman chair or seated row machine. These fitness equipment ensure that you can perform your lower back exercises correctly with the necessary support.

What should you pay attention to when buying a back trainer?

If you would like to strengthen and train your back muscles, a back trainer will certainly help you with this. To choose the best back trainer, it is important to first look carefully at how you want to train your back muscles and which ones. You can then see which type of back trainer you would like to buy. To make the right choice, you can take the following aspects into account when selecting your new back trainer:

• The type of back trainer: back trainers are available in different designs. Therefore, take a good look at which one best suits your training goals and personal preference.
• Stability and support: When you lie on the back trainer, you obviously don't want to fall off or fall over. Your new back trainer must be stable and sturdy so that you can do your back exercises safely.
• Adjustability: Not everyone has the same height, so go for a back trainer with adjustable components. This allows you to tailor the back trainer completely to your personal preference.
• The size: take into account the available space in your home gym or gym. There must be sufficient space to place the equipment and perform the exercises.

By taking these aspects into account, you will certainly find the back trainer that perfectly suits your wishes and needs.

Some top brands among back trainers are: Body-Solid, Tunturi, X-Line and Life Fitness.

What types of back muscle trainers are there?

If you would like to train your back muscles, there are numerous back muscle trainers available. You can roughly divide the back trainers into trainers for your upper back and trainers for your lower back. In this category you will find all back trainers for your lower back.

Back trainers for your lower back

• The Hyperextension bench / 45-degree hyperextension bench
• The Roman chair
• Glute-ham raise (this one focuses more on your glutes and hamstring muscles)

Back trainers for your upper back (you can find these in our other categories)

• Lat pulldown machine
• Seated row machine
• Pull up bars
• T-Bar rows
• Dumbbell bars (for example deadlift)

By adding back trainer exercises for your lower back and upper back to your training schedule, you will achieve the strong muscular back that you have in mind.

Who is a back trainer suitable for?

Back trainers are for anyone who wants to train their back, whether this involves strengthening your back, improving your posture or reducing back pain.

If you are an (avid) athlete, a strong back is a valuable addition to your training routine. By strengthening your back it can contribute to improving your sports performance.

Do you spend a lot of time in your profession? For example, in the office, it is extra important to train your entire back properly and make it stronger. People are not suitable for sitting in front of the computer for hours. You continuously strain your spine, which can eventually cause back pain or, in a worse case, a hernia. Do you regularly suffer from back pain, for example due to incorrect posture or a deviation, etc.? Then it is definitely advisable to train your back. This way you can improve your back health.

Need help with your choice?

Are you still unsure about which back trainer is best for you? Are you looking for additional advice or information? We will then be happy to help you with targeted advice and the information you need to make a well-considered choice. You can reach our back trainer specialists on +31(0)413-256800, send an email. Or visit our store in Volkel, the Netherlands.