Hip thrust

The hip thrust is performed by laying flat on your back, with the legs relatively straight, lifted towards the sky, perpendicular to the floor, and then lifting the hip off the ground. The hip thrust exercise movement should result in the pelvis region being brought closer to the ribs, thus recruiting the muscles of the midsection. This is a great exercise as it can be performed anywhere, with no requirement for equipment.

The hip thrust will not result in fat loss from the midsection. The hip thrust will provide stimulus for muscle growth and hypertrophy. Fat loss is best achieved via diet and cardiovascular activities.

Performing hip thrusts

• Place mat on floor.
• Lay on mat (face up), hands placed by sides for greater support (advised), or behind head (harder option).
• Slightly fixed bend at knee, and flex at hip to bring thighs up so that they are perpendicular to the floor.
• Raise buttocks off the floor by flexing at the waist.
• Once peak contraction is reached, slowly control hip back to starting position.
• Repeat for desired amount of repetitions.

Hip thrusts courtesy of Fitness Uncovered - Bodybuilding & Fitness

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