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Dumbbell Hip Thrust

How to do it with good form, the muscles it works and what you need.

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Main muscle
Glutes
Also works
Hamstrings
Equipment
Dumbbells, bench

How to do it

  1. Sit with your upper back against a bench, a dumbbell resting on your hips.
  2. Plant your feet flat, knees bent.
  3. Drive through your heels to lift your hips until level with your knees, then lower slowly.

Common mistakes

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