Glute Bridges with Leg Raises

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Glute bridges with leg raises are a compound exercise that targets multiple muscle groups, primarily focusing on the glutes and core. To perform this exercise, start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Lift your hips up towards the ceiling, ensuring your knees, hips, and shoulders form a straight line. This movement primarily engages the gluteus maximus and hamstrings. By incorporating leg raises, you add an additional challenge that isolates each glute individually, enhancing balance and stability. The exercise also engages the core muscles, such as the transverse abdominis, which helps maintain posture and prevent excessive lower back arching. Glute bridges with leg raises are beneficial for improving hip flexibility, strengthening the glutes, and enhancing core stability. They can be modified to suit different fitness levels and are effective as both a warm-up and strength-building exercise. Regular practice can lead to improved posture, reduced lower back pain, and enhanced overall physical performance.