For those who may not know or ever seen this exercise before which is predominantly performed with a barbell. It is a strength exercise that targets the glutes and has gained a lot of popularity in the last few years, due to its effectiveness of training the glutes. Whether your goal is aesthetics or functional/athletic development this exercise can sure serve that purpose.
The band variation is one I originally discovered from Bret Contreras (the glute guy). The band set up can be a great alternative for individuals who find the pressure of the loaded barbell uncomfortable against there hips even with some padding.
You maybe fortunate enough to have one of Bret's hip thrusters in your facility/gym which will allow for a easy set up for hip thrusts with the bands as well as the barbell. If not you may have to be a bit creative with the set up of the band. We have a keiser squat rack set up, so I was able to hook a XL band around the bottom end of it. I have seen the band being looped around some heavy dumbbells which can be another good option to.
No matter what your goal is having strong glutes is a huge plus and the hip thrusts is one exercise that will help contribute to that.
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