Exercise guide

Barbell Hip Thrust.

Equipment
Barbell
Movement
Isolation
Level
Intermediate

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryGlutes
SecondaryAbs, Hamstrings

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Sit on the floor with your upper back against a sturdy bench, then roll the barbell until it rests in the hip crease (use a pad if needed).

  2. 02

    Plant your feet about hip-width and keep your shins close to vertical at the top. Brace your core and keep your ribs down.

  3. 03

    Drive through your heels/midfoot and lift your hips until your body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees. Pause and squeeze your glutes—don’t over-arch your lower back.

  4. 04

    Lower under control until your hips are just above the floor, keep the bar stable, and repeat for your reps.

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