8 Minute Hip Thrust Workout For Beginners
An 8-minute hip thrust workout for beginners can be a quick and effective way to target and strengthen your glutes. Here's a simple routine you can follow:
Warm-up (2 minutes):
Perform dynamic warm-up exercises to prepare your muscles for the workout. Include activities like leg swings, hip circles, and bodyweight squats.
Workout (6 minutes):
Perform each exercise for 45 seconds, followed by a 15-second rest. Complete the circuit for a total of 2 rounds.
Bodyweight Squats:
Stand with feet hip-width apart.
Squat down, keeping your knees in line with your toes.
Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Glute Bridges:
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
Lift your hips toward the ceiling, squeezing your glutes at the top.
Lower your hips back down and repeat.
Hip Thrusts:
Sit on the ground with your upper back against a bench or sturdy surface.
Place a weight (dumbbell, barbell, or household item) across your hips.
Lift your hips toward the ceiling, squeezing your glutes at the top.
Lower your hips back down and repeat.
Donkey Kicks:
Start on hands and knees.
Lift one leg toward the ceiling while keeping the knee bent at a 90-degree angle.
Lower the leg back down and repeat on the other side.
Side-Lying Leg Raises (Right Side):
Lie on your right side with your legs stacked.
Lift your left leg toward the ceiling, keeping it straight.
Lower the leg back down and repeat.
Side-Lying Leg Raises (Left Side):
Lie on your left side with your legs stacked.
Lift your right leg toward the ceiling, keeping it straight.
Lower the leg back down and repeat.
Cool Down (1 minute):
Finish with static stretches for the glutes and surrounding muscles. Include seated stretches, figure-four stretch, and a gentle forward fold.
Remember to focus on proper form, engage your glutes throughout the movements, and listen to your body. Adjust the workout intensity as needed, and if you have any existing health concerns, consult with a fitness professional or healthcare provider before starting a new exercise routine.
