barbell glute bridge
A upper legs exercise targeting the glutes, performed with barbell.
How to do barbell glute bridge
Start by lying flat on your back on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
Place a barbell across your hips, holding it securely with both hands.
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.
Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your glutes.
Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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