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Instructions
- Lie on your back with one foot flat and the other slightly forward, heel on the floor.
- Hold a dumbbell on your hips with both hands.
- Engage your core and push through the heel of your closer foot to lift your hips.
- Squeeze your glutes at the top, forming a straight line from shoulders to knees.
- Lower your hips back down under control and repeat.
Technical Tips
- Keep the core braced to prevent lower back arching.
- Push through the heel of the front foot for maximal glute activation.
- Avoid letting the knees collapse inward.
- Hold the top position for 1–2 seconds to intensify glute contraction.
Breathing Tips
- Inhale at the bottom before lifting.
- Exhale forcefully as you lift your hips.
- Inhale again while lowering with control.
Restrizioni mediche
- Lower back pain or disc herniation
- Hip joint impingement
- Severe knee instability
Descrizione
The Dumbbell Staggered Glute Bridge is a powerful lower-body exercise designed to build unilateral glute strength, improve hip stability, and correct muscle imbalances. This variation involves placing one foot closer to the glutes while the other is staggered forward, increasing the load on the working side. By incorporating a dumbbell placed across the hips, this movement intensifies resistance, maximizing muscle activation in the glutes and hamstrings. Unlike bilateral glute bridges, the staggered stance challenges your core and hip stabilizers more dynamically, making it particularly effective for athletes and individuals seeking performance gains. It is a safe and versatile option for those looking to strengthen their posterior chain without heavy axial loading on the spine. Whether used in hypertrophy programs or rehabilitation contexts, it offers both functionality and muscular development.
What muscles does the dumbbell staggered glute bridge work?
The dumbbell staggered glute bridge primarily targets the glutes, while also engaging the hamstrings, abs, and quadriceps for stabilization and support.
Is the staggered glute bridge better than the regular glute bridge?
The staggered glute bridge provides more unilateral glute activation, making it ideal for correcting imbalances and increasing hip stability compared to the regular glute bridge.
Can I do the dumbbell staggered glute bridge without equipment?
Yes, you can perform the staggered glute bridge without a dumbbell using just your bodyweight, especially as a beginner or during warm-ups.
How many reps should I do of the dumbbell staggered glute bridge?
A typical range is 8–12 reps per side for strength and hypertrophy, or 12–15 reps for endurance and glute activation.
Is the dumbbell staggered glute bridge safe for lower back pain?
If performed with proper form and no pre-existing injury, it can help strengthen glutes and support the lower back; however, consult a professional if pain persists.