Glute Ham Raise

Step-by-step technique for Glute Ham Raise, an exercise for hamstrings using machine. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Set up in the GHR machine with your feet anchored.
  2. Keep your body straight.
  3. Lower your torso forward under control.
  4. Pull yourself back up using your hamstrings and glutes.
Coach tip: Squeeze your glutes to assist the hamstrings at the top.

Muscles worked

Primary: Hamstrings
Secondary: Glutes, Lower Back

Glute Ham Raise is a strength exercise that loads the hamstrings using machine. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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