Which muscles does the glute bridge work?

The glute bridge 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 in SweatByte?

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

Glute Bridge: how to do it and muscles worked

The glute bridge mainly works your glutes, with help from your hamstrings. You need bodyweight (no equipment).

Muscles worked

Main

Glutes

Helping

Hamstrings

How to do the glute bridge

1
Lie on your back with knees bent, feet flat on the floor about hip-width apart and arms resting by your sides.
2
Press through your heels and lift your hips until your body forms a straight line from knees to shoulders, squeezing your glutes.
3
Hold the top for a second, then lower slowly until your hips just tap the floor. Breathe out as you lift and in as you lower.

Form tip: Stop when your hips are level; pushing higher only arches your lower back and takes the work off your glutes.

Common questions

Which muscles does the glute bridge work?: The glute bridge mainly works your glutes. It also involves your hamstrings.
What equipment do I need for the glute bridge?: You need bodyweight (no equipment).
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 in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the 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.