How to do it
Pause and squeeze for one full second at the top of the bridge.
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Lie on your back with one foot flat on the ground and the other leg crossed over the knee.
- 2
Drive through the heel of the foot on the ground to lift your hips up, squeezing your glutes.
- 3
Lower your hips back down with control.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Ensure your foot is flat on the ground and drive through your heel to effectively target the glutes.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the bridging knee cave inward
- ✕Stopping short of full hip extension
- ✕Overarching the lower back at the top