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Glute March

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Glute March.

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About this exercise

The glute march is a bodyweight exercise performed in a supine bridge position where you alternately lift each foot off the floor in a marching pattern. It challenges unilateral glute and hamstring stability while keeping the pelvis level and the core engaged throughout.

How to Perform

  • Lie on your back with knees bent, feet flat on the floor hip-width apart, and arms relaxed at your sides
  • Drive through both heels to raise your hips into a bridge position, forming a straight line from shoulders to knees
  • Keeping the hips level and core tight, lift one foot off the floor, bringing the knee toward your chest
  • Lower that foot back to the floor with control, then repeat on the opposite leg
  • Continue alternating legs in a steady marching rhythm while maintaining the bridge height throughout

Muscle Activation

Primary
AbsGlutesCore
Secondary
QuadricepsHamstringsOuter thighs

About the Glute March

The Glute March is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.