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Barbell Hip Thrust

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GlutesStrengthIntermediate Difficulty 3 out of 5Barbell, Bench~7 kcal/min

Secondary muscles: Hamstrings, Core

How to perform it

  1. 1Sit with your upper back against a bench, barbell over your hips.
  2. 2Drive through your heels to raise your hips until your body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees.
  3. 3Lower back down with control.

Form tips

  • Tuck your chin and keep your ribs down to avoid arching the lower back

Common mistakes

  • Overextending the lower back at the top
  • Feet placed too far from the body

Variations

  • Single-Leg Hip Thrust
  • Banded Hip Thrust

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