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Dumbbell Figure Four Hip Thrust

Sit on the floor with your upper back against a bench and place a dumbbell across your hips.

Exercise details

Primary muscle

Glutes

Also works: Hamstrings, Quads

Equipment
Dumbbell,Bench
Tracking
Reps and weight

Execution

How to do it

  1. Sit on the floor with your upper back against a bench and place a dumbbell across your hips. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, then cross one ankle over the opposite knee in a figure four position.

  2. Press through the heel of your grounded foot to lift your hips upward in a swift motion, extending your hips until your torso forms a straight line from your shoulders to your bent knee.

  3. At the peak of the movement, squeeze your glutes and hold the position for a second. Lower your hips back down with control until they lightly touch the floor.

  4. Repeat the movement for the desired repetitions, then switch sides and repeat.

Form tips

  • Make sure the bench is stable and positioned at mid-back level for proper support.

  • Place the dumbbell securely on your hips and use your hands to hold it in place throughout the movement.

  • Keep your core tight to prevent lower back arching and maintain pelvic stability.

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