10/17/2022
HIP THRUST:
A bent-leg hip extension exercise performed with your back on an elevated surface, the hip thrust is a favorite of lifters everywhere for its ability to target the posterior chain — especially the glutes — in a unique way.
If you’re looking to build size and strength in your 🍑, the hip thrust should definitely be part of your exercise routine.
The hip thrust motion mainly targets the glutes — both the gluteus maximus and gluteus medius — as well as the hamstrings. Your quads, core, and hip adductors will be working, too.
Follow these steps to perform a hip thrust:
Set up with your back against an elevated surface (like a bench or a box) with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
The bench should hit just below your shoulder blades, and your feet should be about shoulder-width apart. You can rest your elbows on the bench.
Keeping your chin tucked, push through your heels until your thighs reach parallel to the floor — your legs should form a 90-degree angle.
Squeeze your glutes at the top, then return to start.
If you’re a beginner, aim for 3 sets of 12 reps, working your way up to 20 using body weight.
After that, progress in the exercise by experimenting with a single-leg variation or safely adding weight, either with a barbell, plate, or dumbbell — more on that below.
GOOD LUCK 🍀
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