strength

Single-Leg Glute Bridge

Moderate

Exercise animation · 10-second loop

Use the controls to pause or replay. Follow the written cues and setup checks below.

High-stakes movement: check the positioning and setup requirements below before training. Animation availability does not change your exercise eligibility.

Kalyra may avoid or modify this exercise when:
  • Back-lying positionsKalyra takes a conservative approach and currently holds back exercises lying flat on your back (for example, after the first trimester of pregnancy).
Musclesglutes, hamstrings
EquipmentNone
Positionsupine
Impactnone
Training roleSTRENGTH

Muscles at work

glutes, hamstrings · primary muscles

Form cues

  • One foot flat, other leg held in line with the thigh
  • Lift with the working glute; keep hips level
  • Lower slowly without letting the pelvis drop

Common errors

  • ✗ Hips twisting toward the resting side
  • ✗ Arching the back to gain height

How Kalyra programs it

Trains the hinge pattern through glutes and hamstrings with a clear rep target and progression path — one of the fundamental movements a balanced plan is built from.

Typically 2–4 sets of 8–12 reps per side.

Easier · Harder · Substitutions

← Easier: Glute Bridge

No harder progression on file.

Glute BridgeWall Hip HingeStanding Hamstring Reach

Written cues and setup checks remain the instruction alongside available exercise animations.

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