Dumbbell Glute Bridge

Description

This exercise uses a dumbbell as additional resistance to the movement - glute/hip bridge. This is a great isolation exercise to focus more on the glute muscles.

Benefits

  • This exercise is a great isolation exercise that emphasizes working the glutes.
  • This is great for individuals whose goal is to increase the size of their glutes or just mainly want to strengthen their hip muscles.

Risks

  • This exercise may not be suitable for individuals with any joint problems in their hips, knees, and ankles.
  • This exercise can injure the lower back if not properly executed.
  • Proper load or resistance progression is advised when doing this exercise for safety.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Glutes

Secondary Muscles

Abs, Hamstrings

Stabilizer Muscles

N/A

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

1 x Dumbbell

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

40%

Cardio Intensity

20%

Force

Pull

Mechanic

Compound

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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