how do I use a roman chair?

Answer 1

You lay forward with your waist across the pads, and hook your heels at the back. Bend at the waist as far forward as you can go and then bring yourself back up until your body is straight. Don't go beyond straight because this will increase the chance of a lower back injury.

The more advanced method is to hold a weight plate across your chest as you do this.

http://www.jumpusa.com/roman_chair.html

Of course, it somewhat depends on what kind of roman chair your have in mind. There is another style meant for laying back on and doing sit ups:
http://www.fitnessdestination.com/df408.htm

But most places use roman chair to mean a device for back hyperextensions as is the first link above.

Answer 2

Hi there!

There are two primary uses for this. Your abs and your lower back. If you sit supine, and lean back and sit up, you will work your abs. If you are prone, and lean forward and come back up, you will work your lower back. It is great work for your core.

I believe this answers your question, but if not, you may email me.

Good luck on your diet and fitness goals!

Trainer Gregg
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Answer 3

He's right on. It's an excellent abdominal and back workout. My old gym had some, but I moved and there aren't any to be found up here!! Enjoy yourself!