Erector Spinae
Musculus erector spinae
A muscle group running along the spine; keeps the trunk upright and controls forward bending.
- Exercises
- 131
- As primary
- 27
- Group
- Back
- Opposes
- Rectus Abdominis
Best moves for it
Function
Spinal extension and maintenance of upright posture.
Origin
Sacrum, iliac crest and the lower vertebrae.
Insertion
Extends up to the ribs, vertebrae and the mastoid process.
Synergists / Antagonists
Gym exercises for this muscle
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Barbell Deadlift
Back · Barbell
Superman
Back · Body only
Pelvic Tilt Into Bridge
Back · No equipment
Deficit Deadlift
Back · Barbell
Rack Pull With Bands
Back · Barbell
Rack Pulls
Back · Barbell
Seated Good Mornings
Back · Barbell
Deadlift With Bands
Back · Barbell
Deadlift With Chains
Back · Barbell
Reverse Band Deadlift
Back · Barbell
Atlas Stone Trainer
Back · Other
Axle Deadlift
Back · Other
Atlas set · written by hand
Movements with hand-written form cues and common mistakes.