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Exercises

Hip thrust

Hip thrust: a hip thrust with the upper back on a padded bench, a dumbbell on the hips, hips at full lockout
GlutesCue Pause at the top without arching.
  • 2–3sets
  • 8–12reps or time
  • 60 srest between sets

How to do it

  1. Sit with your upper back against a bench and a weight across your hips.
  2. Plant your feet so your shins are vertical at the top.
  3. Drive through your heels to lift your hips until your body is level.
  4. Squeeze your glutes, then lower with control.

Common mistakes

  • Arching the lower back at the top.
  • Feet too far from or too close to the bench.
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