Lower Body

Bridge to Stronger Glutes

Quick Answer: The glute bridge is an isolation exercise that targets the gluteus maximus. It's excellent for activating glutes, improving hip mobility, and reducing lower back pain.

Difficulty
Beginner
Calories/Min
3-5
Equipment
None
Muscles
Glutes, Hamstrings

Glute Bridge Form: Activate Your Glutes

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Begin seated on the ground with a loaded barbell over your legs. Using a fat bar or having a pad on the bar can greatly reduce the discomfort caused by this exercise. Roll the bar so that it is directly above your hips, and lay down flat on the floor.

2

Begin the movement by driving through with your heels, extending your hips vertically through the bar. Your weight should be supported by your upper back and the heels of your feet.

3

Extend as far as possible, then reverse the motion to return to the starting position.

Exercise Form

Glute Bridge form - step 1
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Glute Bridge form - step 2
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Benefits of Glute Bridge

  • ✓Activates and strengthens glutes
  • ✓Reduces lower back pain
  • ✓Improves hip mobility
  • ✓Enhances athletic performance
  • ✓No equipment needed

Pro Tips

  • 💡Push through your heels, not toes
  • 💡Squeeze glutes at the top for 2 seconds
  • 💡Don't hyperextend your lower back
  • 💡Track your glute bridges in Move

Common Mistakes to Avoid

✗Pushing with lower back instead of glutes
✗Not squeezing at the top
✗Feet too far from glutes
✗Rushing the movement

Glute Bridge Variations

Single-leg glute bridge
Barbell hip thrust
Banded glute bridge
Elevated glute bridge

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