Elevated Glute Bridge - Glute Strengthening Exercise
Exercise Overview
The elevated glute bridge is a strengthening exercise that targets the gluteal muscles and posterior chain while increasing the challenge compared with a standard bridge. It is commonly used to improve hip extension strength, pelvic stability, and functional lower-limb control.
Muscles Involved
Gluteus maximusGluteus mediusHamstringsErector spinaeTransversus abdominis
Related Conditions
Gluteal weaknessHip instabilityPatellofemoral pain syndromeHamstring dominance during hip extensionLow back pain related to poor lumbopelvic controlPost-operative hip rehabilitation
