Single Leg Glute Bridge

Learn how to do single leg glute bridge with a clear setup, controlled movement, and a technique you can repeat.

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Single Leg Glute Bridge: matching illustrations comparing the setup and movement positions
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How to do single leg glute bridge

  1. Lay on the floor with your feet flat and knees bent.
  2. Raise one leg off of the ground, pulling the knee to your chest. This will be your starting position.
  3. Execute the movement by driving through the heel, extending your hip upward and raising your glutes off of the ground.
  4. Extend as far as possible, pause and then return to the starting position.
Single Leg Glute Bridge exercise illustration

Single Leg Glute Bridge: muscles worked

Primary focus: glutes.

Better reps before more weight.

Start with a version you can control. Record the same setup and range each time. Add reps or a small load increase when you can repeat the movement without changing the technique.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you do single leg glute bridge?

Lay on the floor with your feet flat and knees bent. Raise one leg off of the ground, pulling the knee to your chest. This will be your starting position. Execute the movement by driving through the heel, extending your hip upward and raising your glutes off of the ground.

What muscles does single leg glute bridge work?

Single Leg Glute Bridge primarily trains the glutes. The exact demand depends on your setup, range, and chosen load.

What is the best technique for single leg glute bridge?

Rehearse the setup with a manageable load or easy variation. Follow the exercise-specific steps below through a controlled range. Repeat the same setup each set and stop when you lose control of the movement.

What can I do instead of single leg glute bridge?

Related options include Butt Lift (Bridge), Bodyweight Squat, Natural Glute Ham Raise. These can have different equipment, range, and movement demands. Open the guides below to compare the setups before choosing a replacement.

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