Intermediate
Barbell Hip Thrust On Floor
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Barbell Hip Thrust on Floor activates muscles in the entire posterior chain of your lower body, including the hamstrings, quadriceps, adductors, and erector spinae muscles. Barbell hip thrusts improve your hip flexor muscles.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Lie on the floor with face up and bent knees, feet firmly on the floor, and the bar resting on your thighs. Grasp the bar with an overhand shoulder grip and hold it firmly in place. -
Step 2
Squeeze your body and press your heels into the floor, lifting your hips. Pause at the top point, and be sure to squeeze glutes. Then return to the starting position in a controlled movement.
Muscle Groups
Barbell Hip Thrust On Floor targets Glutes, Hamstrings as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Try not to stop before the full range of motion. Make sure your hips are fully open at the top.
- Avoid overstretching your lower back at the top of the movement.
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