Fitness
Barbell Hip Thrust Bench Height
Barbell hip thrust bench height places upper back contact so lockout feels strong without rib flare—bench top near lower scapula works for many lifters.
Barbell hip thrust bench height sets the upper back contact point so the sternum clears the pad at lockout without the ribs flaring or the neck hanging off the edge. For many adults, bench top near the lower scapula works—adjust with plates under bench feet or a lower box if shoulders pinch.
Pad the bar and brace the bench so it does not slide.
Common questions
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What if I feel hip thrusts in my lower back?
Often bench height or foot placement is off, or ribs flare at top. Lower the bench contact, tuck ribs slightly, and reduce load until lockout stays glute-dominant.
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