Tuesday 25 November 2014

Glute Bridge Exercise

Glute Bridge

A basic exercise that has many benefits in yoga and stretching. This movement is also known as the butt lift.

1. Lie on your back with your hands by your side with the palms facing the floor.
2. Place your feet shoulder width apart with your knees bent.
3. Without lifting your hands off the floor, exhale and press through your heels to to lift your hips off the ground while keeping your back straight.
4. After holding this position for a second, inhale and slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.

Tips :

  •  Keep your arms straight throughout the whole movement
  • Breath through your nose and out through your mouth
  • This exercise can be done one leg at a time to make it more challenging 
Benefits :
  • One of the best exercises to stretch the lower back
  • Loosens up the pelvic region
  • Teaches glute activation
  • Great for people with back pain


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