elevated glute bridge straight arm push hip thrust
Strengthens glutes
Glutes & HipsBeginnerStrengthPress
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: glutes. Secondary: hamstrings, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Glutes & Hips |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Press |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~30 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Setup for elevated glute bridge straight arm push hip thrust.
- Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
- Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
- Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
- Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.
Equipment
- None (bodyweight)
Coaching tips
Benefits
Strengthens glutes
Common mistakes
Using momentum or losing form
Make it harder
Increase load or slow tempo
Make it easier
Reduce load or range of motion
Breathing
Exhale on effort, inhale on return
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