ExercisesHip Thrust / Glute Bridge
strengthMat / optional bench & weight
Hip Thrust / Glute Bridge
Posterior chain driver for hip extension power. Glute and hip strength support sexual positions and pelvic organ support when coordinated with breath.
Form cues
- •Ribs down
- •Posterior pelvic tilt at top
- •Drive through heels
Common faults
- •Overextending lumbar
- •Knees caving
- •Rushing reps
Regressions
- · Floor bridge
- · Shorter ROM
Progressions
- · Barbell hip thrust
- · Single-leg bridge
- · Pause reps