Glute bridge

At home Everyone

EasyAbout 4 minOn your own

Wakes up and strengthens the glutes, which drive hip rotation in hitting and pitching.

Set up

Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat and close to your bottom.

You need: A mat

Push through the heels and lift the hips until knees, hips and shoulders are in a line
Squeeze the glutes and hold for one second
Lower slowly

Easier

Smaller lift, with a longer hold.

Harder

One leg at a time, or a weight on the hips.