Elevated Single Leg Hip Thrust (female)

Elevated Single Leg Hip Thrust demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start with lying on your back, one foot on an elevated surface like a bench, other leg extended out
  • 2Push through the heel on the box to lift your hips towards the ceiling
  • 3Hold at the top position for a moment while squeezing your glutes
  • 4Slowly lower the hips back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of times then switch legs

Tips:

  • Make sure your foot is placed directly under your knee
  • Your hips, knee, and foot should be in alignment during the thrust
  • Maintain a neutral spine during the movement
  • Focus on contracting your glutes and hamstrings at the top position

Elevated Single Leg Hip Thrust Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs