Glutes · 15 minutes

15-Minute Glute Workout at Home with Dumbbells

  • 14 min
  • 5 moves × 2 rounds
  • Dumbbells
  • Intermediate

This 15-minute glute workout isolates and strengthens the glutes from every angle to lift, shape and support your hips. It opens with a short warm-up, moves into a 5-exercise circuit you repeat 2 times, and finishes with a cool-down stretch.

Hit start and the built-in timer calls out every exercise and rest, so you never have to look at a clock. Switch the level below to make it easier or harder.

The workout

  1. Warm-Up

    30s each · no rest

    1. 1
      Inchworm starting position
      Inchworm

      Hamstrings · Shoulders · Core

      30s
    2. 2
      Hip Circles starting position
      Hip Circles

      Glutes · Core

      30s
    3. 3
      Leg Swings starting position
      Leg Swings

      Hamstrings · Glutes

      30s
  2. Main Circuit

    40s work · 20s rest

    Repeat 2× · 60s rest between rounds

    1. 1
      Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift starting position
      Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

      Hamstrings · Glutes · Back

      40s
    2. 2
      Dumbbell Hip Thrust starting position
      Dumbbell Hip Thrust

      Glutes · Hamstrings

      40s
    3. 3
      Dumbbell Reverse Lunge starting position
      Dumbbell Reverse Lunge

      Quads · Glutes

      40s
    4. 4
      Hip Thrust starting position
      Hip Thrust

      Glutes · Hamstrings

      40s
    5. 5
      Superman starting position
      Superman

      Back · Glutes

      40s
  3. Cool-Down

    30s each · no rest

    1. 1
      Standing Hamstring Stretch starting position
      30s
    2. 2
      Butterfly Stretch starting position
      Butterfly Stretch

      Glutes · Hamstrings

      30s
    3. 3
      Supine Spinal Twist starting position
      Supine Spinal Twist

      Back · Glutes

      30s

FAQ

Is a 15-minute glute workout enough?

Yes, short sessions work, especially on busy days. 15 minutes done consistently adds up, and you can stack two routines back to back when you have more time.

How often should I do this glute workout?

Aim for 2 to 4 times a week on non-consecutive days. Increase the level once the current one feels easy.

Can beginners do this workout?

Yes. The beginner version uses easier exercise variations and longer rest. Move at your own pace, and keep good form over speed. Pause the timer whenever you need to.

Do I need any equipment?

Just a pair of dumbbells. Pick a weight you can control for the full work interval with good form; adjustable dumbbells are ideal for home workouts.

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