Banded Glute Bridge Repeatable AMRAP
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AMRAP 12
8-12 Banded Glute Bridge reps
8 controlled air squats
Keep every round within a consistent pace
Resistance Bands
Banded Glute Bridge — Technique Guide
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By Borja Bes — CrossFit Athlete & Hyrox Finisher
Banded Glute Bridge is a floor-based hip extension with added demand to keep the knees tracking outward. Equipment: Mini band, Floor mat. To establish a repeatable position, place a mini band above the knees, lie on the back, and plant the feet close enough to keep the shins near vertical. From there, press the knees gently into the band, lift the hips by squeezing the glutes, pause, and lower without losing alignment. The movement belongs in deliberate strength, accessory, or compatible conditioning work rather than being added randomly for novelty. Do not chase height by arching the lower back; the rep ends when the hips and ribs stop moving together. Select resistance that preserves the intended pattern from the first repetition to the last.
Quick answer
Banded Glute Bridge is a floor-based hip extension with added demand to keep the knees tracking outward. Use repeatable sets of Banded Glute Bridge and scale before breathing speed causes range of motion or control to disappear.
Muscles Worked
GlutesHamstringsHip abductorsCore
Equipment
Mini bandFloor mat
Best For, Avoid If, and Scaling
| Best for | Banded Glute Bridge conditioning when the goal is repeatable output through glutes and hamstrings, with a version that matches the athlete's current capacity. |
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| Avoid if | Avoid or scale Banded Glute Bridge if pain changes the movement or the intended position cannot be controlled. Correct this common fault before adding volume: skipping the setup details: place a mini band above the knees, lie on the back, and plant the feet close enough to keep the shins near vertical. |
| Scaling | Remove the band or shorten the range. |
How to Do the Banded Glute Bridge
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Prepare the equipment and space: place a mini band above the knees, lie on the back, and plant the feet close enough to keep the shins near vertical.
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Brace before creating tension and confirm that the working joints feel comfortable.
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Perform the repetition: press the knees gently into the band, lift the hips by squeezing the glutes, pause, and lower without losing alignment.
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Pause briefly in the strongest position instead of using momentum to rush through it.
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Return under control, reset balance and tension, then begin the next repetition.
Common Mistakes
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Skipping the setup details: place a mini band above the knees, lie on the back, and plant the feet close enough to keep the shins near vertical.
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Using more resistance than can be controlled through the complete range.
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Turning a strength or accessory movement into a rushed conditioning repetition.
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Ignoring the main safety boundary: Do not chase height by arching the lower back; the rep ends when the hips and ribs stop moving together.
Coaching Tips
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Focus on this action: press the knees gently into the band, lift the hips by squeezing the glutes, pause, and lower without losing alignment.
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Use a smooth return; the eccentric phase should look as organised as the working phase.
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End the set when posture, joint alignment, or anchor stability changes.
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Progress tension or load only after every repetition follows the same path.
Scaling Options
Easier / Beginner
Remove the band or shorten the range.
Harder / Advanced
Add a longer pause, elevate the feet, or use a single-leg progression.
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Banded Glute Bridge Conditioning Intervals
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Every 3:00 x 6 rounds
8-12 Banded Glute Bridge reps
8 controlled bodyweight reps
Rest for the remainder; avoid a first-round sprint
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should Banded Glute Bridge appear in a workout?
Banded Glute Bridge works best when its movement pattern and setup match the session. Use it for controlled strength, accessory, or specifically compatible conditioning work, not simply to increase exercise count.
How should I scale Banded Glute Bridge?
Remove the band or shorten the range. Once every repetition is stable, progress with this option: Add a longer pause, elevate the feet, or use a single-leg progression.
What is the main safety check for Banded Glute Bridge?
Do not chase height by arching the lower back; the rep ends when the hips and ribs stop moving together.
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