Barbell Hip Thruster

GlutesHipHip Strength
Written By David Song

BARBELL HIP THRUSTER

The barbell hip thruster is a hip extension strengthening exercise that utilizes 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 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. Lower the hips back down to the ground and repeat as necessary.

Muscles Involved:

  • Gluteus Maximus

  • Hamstrings

  • Erector Spinae

Related Conditions:

  • Non-specific Low Back Pain

  • External Snapping Hip Syndrome

  • Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

  • Greater Trochanter Pain Syndrome

  • Hip Osteoarthritis

  • Functional Hip Impingement

  • Hip Labral Tear

  • Femoral Acetabular Impingement

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