How to do it
Squeeze your glutes hard for one count at the top of each rep.
- 1
Set the Smith machine bar to a low position.
- 2
Lie face down on a bench with your hips at the edge and the bar positioned behind your legs.
- 3
Hook your heels under the bar and squeeze your glutes to lift your legs.
- 4
Raise your legs until they are in line with your body.
- 5
Lower your legs back to the starting position with control.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Control the descent to avoid swinging and to maintain tension on the glutes throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Arching the lower back at the top
- ✕Hyperextending the legs past the torso line
- ✕Relaxing the glutes at the bottom position