Single leg bridge with outstretched leg
The single leg bridge with outstretched leg is a bodyweight exercise targeting the glutes. It involves lying on your back with one leg bent and the other leg extended straight out. By lifting your hips off the ground, you engage the glutes and hamstrings while maintaining core stability.

At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Glutes
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Do not let your hips sag; maintain a straight line from shoulders to knees.
- Breathe out as you lift your hips and breathe in as you lower them.
What to watch out for
- Lower back pain
- Hip injuries
- Knee injuries
Also known as
Ponte a gamba singola con gamba tesa, Single Leg Glute Bridge, Single Leg Hip Thrust, Single Leg Bridge, Glute Bridge, Hip Thrust, Bodyweight Glute Exercise