Bridge with band and dumbbell
Muscles used in this exercise
Gluteus Maximus, Medius and Minimus
Purpose
Progression from bodyweight bridging exercise
To train hip stabilising muscles to activate with hip extensor muscles
To do this exercise
Keep tension on the resistance band by pushing knees outside of hip width
Push through your heels to bring your hips up while maintaining tension on the resistance band
You should feel muscles contracted on the bottom and side of your glute
Josefina Canepa
Josefina holds a Master’s degree in Pediatrics and brings her expertise to both young patients and future physiotherapists as a university lecturer. With over six years of experience, she specialises in sports injury management and pediatric physiotherapy, using techniques such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and dry needling. Her innovative, patient-centered approach ensures individualised and effective care.