Demo & instructions
Barbell Glute Bridge
Also known as: Weighted Glute Bridge, Barbell Floor Bridge
Instructions
A glute bridge from the floor with a barbell across your hips. It needs no bench, feels very stable, and is a simple way to load the glutes before moving on to hip thrusts.
- Movement
- Hip extension
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 6–20 reps
Setup
- 1Sit on the floor with your legs straight and roll a loaded barbell over your legs to the crease of your hips.
- 2Place a pad or folded mat between the bar and your hips for comfort.
- 3Lie back, bend your knees, and plant your feet flat about hip-width apart.
- 4Hold the bar with both hands to keep it from rolling.
Execution
- 1Gently tuck your ribs down and press through your heels to lift your hips.
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Training use
Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
Conditioning
