Glute Bridge Hip Abduction
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Glute Bridge Hip Abduction combines a glute bridge with hip abduction to effectively target the gluteal muscles and hip stabilizers. This exercise is beneficial for enhancing hip mobility and strengthening the glutes, contributing to improved lower body strength and stability.
How to do it
- Lie flat on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
- Place hands by your sides and lift your hips towards the ceiling to form a bridge position.
- Once in the bridge, spread your knees apart, engaging your glutes and hip abductors.
- Slowly bring knees back together and lower hips to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus Gluteus Medius
Secondary Hamstrings Quadriceps Tensor Fasciae Latae