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Barbell hip thrust: how to do it
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Upper back against the bench
Starting position
Rest your upper back on a bench, plant your feet on the floor and hold a padded barbell across your hips.
The movement
Lower your hips, then drive them up until your shoulders, hips and knees form a straight line.
Most common mistake
Don't overarch your back at the top, brace your stomach and finish the movement with your hips.
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