Legs exercise

Butt Lift (Bridge)

GlutesBody OnlyBeginner

The butt lift (bridge) is a legs exercise that targets the glutes with body only. Watch the demo, then follow the step-by-step form guide below.

Looping demonstration — tap play to watch the full movement.

How to do the butt lift (bridge)

  1. Lie flat on the floor on your back with the hands by your side and your knees bent. Your feet should be placed around shoulder width. This will be your starting position.

  2. Pushing mainly with your heels, lift your hips off the floor while keeping your back straight. Breathe out as you perform this part of the motion and hold at the top for a second.

  3. Slowly go back to the starting position as you breathe in.

Details

Primary muscles
Glutes
Secondary muscles
Hamstrings
Equipment & classification
Body OnlyLevel: BeginnerForce: PushMechanic: Isolation

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