How to do a dumbbell glute bridge hold

CoreDumbbellsBeginner

A glute bridge with a dumbbell across your hips, held at the top — extra load for a stronger squeeze.

Dumbbell glute bridge hold demonstration

How to do it

1Lie on your back, dumbbell resting on your hips
2Drive up and hold, squeezing your glutes
3Keep your ribs down, don't overarch

Common mistakes

×Pushing through your toes instead of your heels
×Overarching your lower back at the top

Muscles worked

Glutes Core

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