Hip thrust technique: ‘You want to push through your glutes until your shins are vertical; this maximises glute activation.

Hip thrusts are not only a great exercise for your glutes (aka butt), they’re also a great confidence-builder—most of us can ...

But a barbell hip thrust — or any hip thrust — isn’t the only way to achieve it, and although you could add some of the best adjustable dumbbells instead, the exercise isn't for everyone.