Resistance Band Glute Bridge Abduction

Category

Legs

Difficulty

Intermediate

Equipment

Loop Resistance Band

Primary muscles

Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius

Secondary muscles

Tensor Fasciae Latae, Rectus Abdominis, Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus

How to do it

1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Place a loop resistance band just above your knees. Keep your hands extended by your sides with hands firm on the floor.
2. Engage your core and glutes, and lift your hips towards the ceiling, forming a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
3. While holding the bridge position, press your knees outward against the resistance band to stretch them as far as possible.
4. Slowly bring your knees back together, then lower your hips back to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

• Avoid arching your lower back; keep a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
• Focus on engaging your glutes and hip abductors throughout the movement.
• Exhale as you lift your hips and press your knees outward, and inhale as you bring your knees back together and lower your hips .