Band Hip Thrust

A band exercise for the gluteus maximus.

  • Glutes
  • Band

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Muscles worked

MainGluteus maximus
AlsoHamstrings

Setup

Shoulders on a bench, a band across the hips; a mini band above the knees adds abduction.

How to do it well

  • Band over the hips, anchored under the feet or a bench
  • Drive the hips up to a straight line
  • Hold the top, lower under control

Common mistakes

  • Arching the lower back
  • Pushing through the toes

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.