How to Do
How to Do Medicine Ball Hip Thrust on Ball
The medicine ball hip thrust on ball should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the medicine ball hip thrust on ball.
Beginning
Beginning Medicine Ball Hip Thrust
Face up on the floor, knees bent, feet flat on the floor, heels close to glutes.
Movement
Medicine Ball Hip Thrust Movement
1. Place the medicine ball between your knees and rest your hands, palms facing up, along the sides of your body.
2. To elevate your hips, squeeze the ball and drive through your heels.
3. Return your hips to the mat after a brief pause at the top.
Benefits
Medicine Ball Hip Thrust Benefits
Hip thrusts strengthen and expand your glutes in a manner that few other exercises can, and experts believe that they are beneficial to a wide range of people, from athletes to seniors over 65. The stability of your core, pelvis, and lower body is dependent on glute strength.