Best Glute Exercises For Your Butt

Weighted Bridge (Hip Thrust)

1. Setup:
   • Lie on your back with your head and shoulder blades on a bench or chair.
   • Plant your feet hip-width apart on the floor.
   • Place a barbell or weighted object across your hip bones.
2. Movement:
   • Brace your spine and avoid arching your back.
   • Flex your glutes and hamstrings to lift your hips towards the ceiling.
   • Lower your hips back down with control.

Romanian Deadlift

1. Starting Position:
   • Stand with feet hip-width apart.
   • Bend knees slightly and maintain this position throughout.
   • Hinge at the hips, keeping your spine straight.
2. Movement:
   • Lean forward until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
   • Engage your glutes and hamstrings to return to the standing position.

Glute-Ham Raise

1. Execution:
   • Perform a hip-hinging motion similar to the Romanian Deadlift but on a bench.
   • Secure your feet under the foot pads of the bench.
2. Video Demonstration:
   • Watch the exercise here.

Additional Exercises

1. Standing Glute Squeeze:
   • Stand facing a vertical object.
   • Balance on one foot and tilt your pelvis slightly backward.
   • Squeeze your glute to bring your pelvis upright.
2. Side-Lying Leg Raises:
   • Lie on your side and lift your top leg upward, keeping it straight.
   • Perform variations with different toe positions for the top leg.

Seeking Guidance?

If you need assistance in performing these exercises correctly, consider consulting with a personal trainer for a free lesson to maximize your workout results.