Barbell Glute Bridge (hands on bar)

Barbell Glute Bridge demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie on the floor with a barbell over your hips, your hands holding the bar.
  • 2Bend your knees and have your feet flat on the floor.
  • 3Push through your heels to lift your hips upwards as high as possible, while keeping your upper body still.
  • 4Hold the position briefly then lower your hips back to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat the exercise for the recommended repetitions.

Tips:

  • Ensure your knees don't cave inwards.
  • Fully extend your hips at the top while squeezing your glutes.
  • Keep your abs drawn in so you move from your hips, not your lower back.
  • Control the descent of your hips to make the movement smoother.

Barbell Glute Bridge Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs