Barbell Hip Thrust
This is training information, not medical advice.
DemoPrimary
Secondary
Equipment
Barbell · Bench
Difficulty
Intermediate
How to perform
- Sit with the upper back against a bench and a bar over the hips.
- Drive through the heels to lift the hips until the torso is parallel to the floor.
- Squeeze the glutes at the top, then lower with control.
Tips
- Chin tucked slightly; eyes forward-down.
- Avoid overextending the lumbar spine at lockout.
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