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Barbell Glute Bridge

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Glutes accessibility Upper Legs
Hamstrings Lower Back

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Barbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

7.3

Force

push

Barbell Glute Bridge is a beginner multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Lower Back.

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Start by lying flat on your back on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

2

Place a barbell across your hips, holding it securely with both hands.

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.

4

Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your glutes.

5

Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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