Front
Back
GlutesHamstrings

Barbell hip thrust

BarbellBenchBeginner

How to

  1. 1

    Rest your shoulder blades against a bench and roll a padded bar onto your hips.

  2. 2

    Place your feet hip-width apart so your shins are vertical at the top.

  3. 3

    Drive through your heels and lift your hips until your torso is horizontal.

  4. 4

    Squeeze your glutes at the top with your chin tucked, then lower slowly.

Tips

Don't overarch your lower back at the top; stop when your hips are level.

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