Glute Bridge
beginner Accessory
Primary Glutes
Secondary
Hamstrings Core
Equipment
bodyweight
Table of Contents
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Place your arms at your sides with palms down. Drive through your heels and squeeze your glutes to lift your hips until your body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees. Pause at the top for one count, then lower your hips back to the floor with control.
Pro Tips
- Squeeze your glutes at the top — do not hyperextend your lower back to get higher
- Progress to a single-leg version or add a resistance band above the knees for more challenge
- An excellent glute activation exercise before squats or deadlifts
Variations & alternatives
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