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barbell glute bridge
barbell glute bridge is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Start by lying flat on your back on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
Step 2. Place a barbell across your hips, holding it securely with both hands.
Step 3. Engage your glutes and core muscles, then lift your hips off the ground until your body forms a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
Step 4. Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your glutes.
Step 5. Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
glutes
Secondary muscles
hamstringslower back
Primary body parts
thighsglutes
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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