Barbell Resistance Band Hip Thrust Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Band hip thrust with barbell
How to: Barbell Resistance Band Hip Thrust
- Sit on the ground with your upper back against a bench or a raised surface.
- Roll the barbell over your legs until it is positioned over your hips.
- Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground, shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and thrust your hips upward until your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
- Pause at the top of the movement, squeezing your glutes.
- Lower your hips back to the starting position and repeat for desired reps.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the lower back during the thrust.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not fully extending the hips at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with feet elevated on a bench for greater range.
- Use lighter weights to practice form.
Tips
- Ensure your back is straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Pause at the top of the thrust for maximum contraction.
Barbell Resistance Band Hip Thrust Alternatives
Tags
hips
glutes
strength
barbell
fitness
lower body