Barbell Hip Thrust
Exercise Overview
The barbell hip thrust is a hip extension strengthening exercise that uses a barbell. You may use a barbell pad or wrap a towel around the middle of the barbell to provide more comfort during this exercise. Support your upper back with an exercise bench and set up your feet and knees so that they are at least shoulder width apart. Place the barbell along the front of your hip. Prior to lifting the weight be sure to keep the core braced to hold a neutral spine. Lift the pelvis off the ground by driving the heels into the ground and engaging the muscles of the buttock. Raise your hips until it is level with your knees and back. Lower the hips back down to the ground and repeat as necessary.
Muscles Involved
Gluteus MaximusHamstringsErector Spinae
Related Conditions
Non-specific Low Back PainExternal Snapping Hip SyndromeGreater Trochanteric BursitisGreater Trochanter Pain SyndromeHip OsteoarthritisFunctional Hip ImpingementHip Labral TearFemoral Acetabular Impingement
