Single-Leg Glute Bridge
Technique guide
Set-up
- Lie on your back with one knee bent and that foot flat on the floor.
- Lift the other leg straight, in line with the bent knee.
How to do it
- Press through the heel of the planted foot to lift your hips.
- Lift until your body is straight from shoulder to knee, keeping your hips level.
- Lower slowly, then complete all reps before switching sides.
Coaching cues
- Keep both hips at the same height throughout.
- Push your heel, not your toes, into the floor.
Common mistakes
- Letting one hip drop lower than the other.
- Arching the lower back to lift higher.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
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