Hip Thrust

The Hip Thrust primarily works the Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius, with secondary activation of the Adductor Magnus, Rectus Femoris and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a bodyweight compound exercise at beginner difficulty.

Seated hip extension with upper back on floor emphasizing glutes.

EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyBeginner
TypeCompound
MovementHinge
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryGluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius
SecondaryAdductor Magnus, Rectus Femoris

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Position body with proper alignment. Execution: Push hips back while maintaining flat back, lowering torso toward floor. Drive hips forward to return to upright position. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius.

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