Dumbbell hand supports

Hip raise

Lift the hips and legs while gripping two stationary dumbbells as hand anchors. The dumbbells remain on the floor.

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What equipment is used in this demonstration?

Both hands grip stationary upright dumbbells. They serve as hand anchors, not as a lifted load.

What should I look for in the hip raise?

This is the lying abdominal hip raise, not a glute bridge.

Can I follow this exercise in a full workout?

Yes. The workout links below take you to the full sessions containing this demonstrated variation. Open one to follow the complete routine.

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