Legs·Barbell·Compound
Barbell Glute Bridge
Glutes · Barbell
Intermediate
Body Part
Legs
Equipment
Barbell
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound
Force
Push
The Barbell Glute Bridge is an intermediate barbell exercise that primarily targets the Glutes.
Muscles Worked
In Position
How to Do the Barbell Glute Bridge
- 1Begin seated on the ground with a loaded barbell over your legs. Using a fat bar or having a pad on the bar can greatly reduce the discomfort caused by this exercise. Roll the bar so that it is directly above your hips, and lay down flat on the floor.
- 2Begin the movement by driving through with your heels, extending your hips vertically through the bar. Your weight should be supported by your upper back and the heels of your feet.
- 3Extend as far as possible, then reverse the motion to return to the starting position.
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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB. Library last reviewed June 22, 2026 · How these guides are written