Straight Leg Glute Bridge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Leg Elevated Glute Bridge
How to: Straight Leg Glute Bridge
- Lie flat on your back with your legs straight and feet hip-width apart.
- Engage your core and push through your heels to lift your hips towards the ceiling.
- Hold at the top for a moment, squeezing your glutes.
- Lower your hips back down with control and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the back too high causing hyperextension.
- Not activating the glutes properly.
- Overextending the neck by looking up instead of keeping it neutral.
Modifications
- Perform with feet elevated on a stable surface for greater range of motion.
- Use a resistance band around the thighs for added resistance.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid arching your back; keep it aligned with your head and shoulders.
- Push through your heels, not your toes, to engage your glutes effectively.
Straight Leg Glute Bridge Alternatives
Tags
glutes
strength
core
beginner
bodyweight
exercise