Glute bridge
Also called hip bridge, bridge
- Works
- Buttocks · gluteus maximus
- Back of the thigh · hamstrings
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Rest your arms by your sides.
Steps
- Tighten your stomach.
- Squeeze your buttocks and lift your hips.
- Stop when your body is straight from shoulders to knees.
- Hold for a moment.
- Lower slowly.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you lift.
Where you feel it
In your buttocks and the back of your thighs.
Common mistakes
- Arching the lower back at the top.
- Pushing through the toes instead of the heels.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.