If you want to strengthen your core, lower back, glutes, and hamstrings—the Roman Chair (also known as a hyperextension bench) is one of the most effective pieces of equipment you can own.
At Kangaroo Fitness, our Heavy-Duty Commercial Roman Chair – Hyperextension Bench has become a favourite among gyms, PT studios, and home gym owners because of one thing:
👉 It’s engineered to handle serious training.
In this blog, we’ll break down:
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What a Roman chair is used for
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The benefits and muscles worked
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Why the Kangaroo Fitness model stands out from cheaper versions
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How to use it for maximum results
✅ What Is a Roman Chair / Hyperextension Bench?
A Roman chair is a strength training bench designed to stabilise your hips and isolate key muscle groups. You position your hips on the pad, lock your feet in place, and bend at the waist to perform back extensions, core holds, glute exercises, and more.
It is one of the only machines that directly strengthens the posterior chain — the muscles responsible for:
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Posture
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Spinal stability
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Hip power and movement
💪 Muscles Worked (Why Trainers Love It)
| Exercise | Main Muscles Targeted |
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| Back Extensions | Lower back (erector spinae), glutes, hamstrings |
| Side Extensions | Obliques, core, hip stabilisers |
| Weighted Extensions | Lower back + glutes + hamstrings (strength & hypertrophy) |
| Glute-focused hypers | Glute max + hamstrings |
| Core holds (superman hold) | Midline stability, full posterior chain |
Strong posterior chain = better posture + reduced back pain + more power.
For office workers who sit all day, this machine is a game changer.
⭐ Why Kangaroo Fitness Roman Chair Is Different
Most Roman chairs wobble, feel shaky, and have a low weight rating.
Ours is engineered for commercial environments, built with:
✅ Heavy-duty steel frame
✅ Extra-wide base for stability
✅ Thick high-density padding for comfort
✅ Adjustable height — fits all body types
✅ Industrial foot rollers for secure support
✅ 150kg+ weight capacity (real, not exaggerated)
This hyperextension bench doesn’t wiggle, doesn’t rock, and doesn’t feel cheap.
It’s designed for serious lifters and heavy commercial use.