Barbell Glute Bridge
- Main muscle
- Glutes
- Also works
- Hamstrings
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement
- Hip hinge · Multi-joint
Equipment
- Barbell
How to do it
- Lie on your back on the floor and roll a barbell over your hips; a bar pad makes it more comfortable.
- Bend your knees with your feet flat near your backside, and hold the bar in place.
- Push through your heels to lift your hips as high as you can, then squeeze your glutes and pause.
- Slowly lower your hips back to the floor.
Beginner tip: Drive through your heels and hold the squeeze at the top.