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Single-leg barbell hip thrust

Animated demonstration of Single-leg barbell hip thrust

How to do this exercise

  1. Step:1 Place a horizontal bench behind you, stable and well positioned.
  2. Step:2 Sit on the floor with your upper back resting against the edge of the bench.
  3. Step:3 Roll a loaded barbell up to your hips and place it at the hip crease.
  4. Step:4 Plant your feet firmly on the ground, shoulder width apart, knees bent.
  5. Step:5 Hold the bar with your hands to stabilize it.
  6. Step:6 Engage the abs and glutes, then push through the heels to elevate the hip.
  7. Step:7 Raise until core and thigh are aligned, tightly contracting glutes.
  8. Step:8 Pause briefly in the top position, without excessively arching your lower back.
  9. Step:9 Slowly lower the hips in a controlled manner to the starting position.
  10. Step:10 Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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