Glute Bridge starting positionGlute Bridge end position

Form guide

How to Do Glute Bridge

Floor-based hip extension that activates and strengthens the glutes.

Level
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment
Impact
Low impact
Muscles worked
Glutes
Hamstrings

Step by step

  1. 1Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat.
  2. 2Press through your heels to lift your hips in a straight line from knees to shoulders.
  3. 3Squeeze the glutes at the top, then lower slowly.

Common mistakes

  • Arching the lower back instead of using the glutes.
  • Pushing through the toes instead of the heels.

Alternatives

Put it to work

Routines with Glute Bridge