Which muscles does the glute bridge (barbell) work?

The glute bridge (barbell) mainly works your glutes. It also involves your hamstrings.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the glute bridge (barbell) in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Glute Bridge (Barbell): how to do it and muscles worked

The glute bridge (barbell) mainly works your glutes, with help from your hamstrings. You need a barbell.

Muscles worked

Main

Glutes

Helping

Hamstrings

How to do the glute bridge (barbell)

1
Lie on your back on the floor with knees bent and a padded barbell across your hips, holding it steady with both hands.
2
Press through your heels and lift your hips until your thighs and torso line up, squeezing your glutes tightly at the top.
3
Pause for a second, then lower slowly until the plates lightly touch the floor. Exhale as you lift and inhale as you lower.

Form tip: Keep your ribs down and chin tucked, and use a pad so the bar does not dig into your hip bones.

Common questions

Which muscles does the glute bridge (barbell) work?: The glute bridge (barbell) mainly works your glutes. It also involves your hamstrings.
What equipment do I need for the glute bridge (barbell)?: You need a barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the glute bridge (barbell) in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.