How to do it
Grip the barbell firmly and brace your core throughout each rep.
- 1
Sit on the ground with a bench behind you and a barbell over your hips.
- 2
Position yourself so that one foot is flat on the floor and the other leg is extended.
- 3
Lean back against the bench, and drive through the heel of your grounded foot to lift your hips.
- 4
Squeeze your glutes at the top, then lower your hips back down.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Ensure your foot is planted firmly on the ground and your pelvis remains level throughout the exercise to engage the glutes effectively.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the extended leg push into the floor
- ✕Stopping short of full hip extension
- ✕Dropping the hips rapidly on the descent