Weighted Reverse Hip Raise
Muscle Groups: Glutes, Hamstrings
Weighted Reverse Hip Raise focuses on Glutes, Hamstrings, with Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Reverse Hip Raise with proper form and technique.
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Lie face down on a bench or elevated surface, positioning your hips at the very edge.
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Hold a dumbbell securely between your feet or ankles, allowing your legs to hang straight down towards the floor.
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Engage your glutes and hamstrings to lift your legs upward, extending your hips until your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
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Pause briefly at the top, squeezing your glutes.
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Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position, maintaining control of the weight throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Reverse Hip Raise primarily targets Glutes, Hamstrings , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Weighted Reverse Hip Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Reverse Hip Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
