Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine

Learn how to do Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 6 Glutes HamstringsQuadricepsDeep CoreAbs Machine

Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine is a Machine exercise that primarily targets the Glutes, with secondary activation of the Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Deep Core, Abs. It has a MET value of 6, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 210 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine

A unilateral hip thrust performed on a machine to isolate each glute individually and improve balance and stability.


💡 Instructions:


  • Sit on the machine with your upper back against the pad and one foot flat on the platform.

  • Place the padded lever across your hips.

  • Brace your core and push through the heel of the working leg to extend your hips upward.

  • Squeeze your glutes at the top for 1–2 seconds.

  • Lower your hips back down in a controlled manner and repeat before switching sides.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Letting the working knee cave inward.

  • Overextending the lower back at the top.

  • Using momentum instead of controlled movement.

  • Lifting the heel of the working leg off the platform.

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Muscles Worked by Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine

Primary Glutes
Secondary
HamstringsQuadricepsDeep CoreAbs

Equipment

  • Machine

Calories Burned Doing Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine

Calorie Calculator

MET 6
Estimated burn
210 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine

Type
Machine exercise
Primary muscle
Glutes
Secondary muscles
Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Deep Core, Abs
MET value
6
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 210 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine

What muscles does Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine work?

Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine primarily targets the Glutes, with secondary engagement of the Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Deep Core, Abs.

How do you do Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine correctly?

A unilateral hip thrust performed on a machine to isolate each glute individually and improve balance and stability. 💡 Instructions: Sit on the machine...

Is Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine good for beginners?

Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine has a MET value of 6, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine?

Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine requires: Machine.

What are the benefits of Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine?

Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine strengthens the Glutes, engages the Hamstrings and Quadriceps and Deep Core and Abs.

What exercises are similar to Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine?

Similar exercises to Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine include Hip Thrust – Dumbbell, Single Leg Dumbbell Hip Thrust, Cable Glute Kickback – standing, Cable Hip Abductions – Standing.

Is Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine better than Hip Thrust – Dumbbell?

Both Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine and Hip Thrust – Dumbbell target the Glutes. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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