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Upper Legs · Weighted
Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press
Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press is a beginner compound strength exercise that works the glutes (upper legs), with the hamstrings and triceps assisting. It needs a weighted. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 8-12 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Glutes
- Body part
- Upper Legs
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 8-12
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Glutes
- Chest
Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Triceps
How to do Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press
- Lie on your back with knees bent, holding a weight plate at your chest.
- Drive through your heels to lift your hips into a bridge.
- Holding the bridge, press the plate straight up over your chest.
- Lower the plate, then lower your hips and repeat.
Form tips
- Squeeze your glutes at the top.
- Keep your ribs down while pressing.
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Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press FAQ
What muscles does Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press work?
Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press mainly works the glutes in the upper legs. The hamstrings and triceps work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 8-12 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press good for beginners?
Yes. Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the glutes.
How many calories does Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Plate Glute Bridge to Chest Press?
Other exercises for the glutes include Barbell Glute Bridge, Glute Bridge Bodyweight, Dumbbell Glute Bridge and Kettlebell Glute Bridge.
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