How to do a glute bridge hold

CoreBodyweightBeginner

A glute bridge held at the top — no reps, just a steady squeeze that switches your glutes right on.

How to do it

1Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat
2Push your hips up and squeeze your glutes
3Hold the top position, breathing steadily

Common mistakes

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

Muscles worked

Glutes Core

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