Which muscles does the glute bridge march work?

The glute bridge march mainly works your glutes. It also involves your abs and 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 march 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 March: how to do it and muscles worked

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

Muscles worked

Main

Glutes

Helping

How to do the glute bridge march

1
Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat. Push through your heels to lift your hips into a bridge with a straight line from knees to shoulders.
2
While holding your hips high, lift one foot off the floor and bring your knee toward your chest. Place it back down, then lift the other foot to march.
3
Keep your hips level and still as you march slowly. Do 10 to 20 total steps, breathing steadily.

Form tip: Do not let your hips drop or twist as each foot lifts. Squeeze your glutes and keep your abs tight.

Common questions

Which muscles does the glute bridge march work?: The glute bridge march mainly works your glutes. It also involves your abs and hamstrings.
What equipment do I need for the glute bridge march?: 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 march 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.