- Wrap a cushion around the middle of the barbell
- Lie back on the side of a bench
- Place the barbell above your hips
![Hip Thrust](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/hip-thrust/icons/hip-thrust-icon-128.png)
Hip Thrust How To
Why do it?
Hip Thrust is a very popular posterior chain builder, used especially in sports for developing jump power. It also helps with injury prevention.
Form Check
Instructions
![Hip Thrust](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/hip-thrust/howto/hip-thrust-howto-1-800.jpg)
- Keep your chin tucked and focus on one spot
- Drive from the glutes until your shoulders form a line parallel to the ground with your knees
![Hip Thrust](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/hip-thrust/howto/hip-thrust-howto-2-800.jpg)
- Return your hips to the ground
![Hip Thrust](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/hip-thrust/howto/hip-thrust-howto-1-800.jpg)