Hinge · Regular
Single Leg Glute Bridge
A glute bridge on one leg, which doubles the load on each side and shows up any imbalance.
Demo by Lena, an AI coach. Its start and end, as stills.
- Works
- glutes; also hamstrings, abs
- Kit
- Mat
- Dose
- 8 to 12 reps each side
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Lie on your back with one foot flat and the knee bent. Lift the other leg so the knee is over your hip, or straighten it toward the ceiling.
While you move
- Drive through the planted heel
- Keep your hips level
- Squeeze at the top
- Lower with control
Avoid
- Letting one hip drop lower than the other
- Arching your lower back
- Pushing off the floor with your hands
Take care if you have trouble with lying on your back (later pregnancy).