Barbell Glute Bridge

The Barbell Glute Bridge is a intermediate barbell exercise that works the Glutes, Calves, Legs, Hamstrings. Follow the steps below or watch the demonstration.

Target musclesGlutes, Calves, Legs, Hamstrings
EquipmentBarbell
LevelIntermediate

How to do the Barbell Glute Bridge

  1. Begin seated on the ground with a loaded barbell over your legs. Using a fat bar or having a pad on the bar can greatly reduce the discomfort caused by this exercise. Roll the bar so that it is directly above your hips, and lay down flat on the floor.
  2. Begin the movement by driving through with your heels, extending your hips vertically through the bar. Your weight should be supported by your upper back and the heels of your feet.
  3. Extend as far as possible, then reverse the motion to return to the starting position.

Recommended sets & reps

SetRepsRest
Set 112 reps30s rest
Set 210 reps30s rest
Set 38 reps30s rest
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Instructions adapted from wger.de under CC BY-SA 4.0. Compiled by FitBot Coach — not yet individually reviewed by a certified trainer.