New Delhi, June 14 -- There are a few reasons why the barbell hip thrust will never be as popular as other compound lower body moves like barbell squats or deadlifts. The thing is, the barbell hip thrust isn't just competing with other such exercises, but also the convenience of doing them. That's because the barbell hip thrust is difficult to set up and execute. Its biggest advantage though, is that it can protect your knees while still hitting the glutes, the quadriceps, the hamstrings, the lower back and even the core.

And while squats and its variations can do exactly the same thing, there are always chances of worsening an old injury or being afraid of the load on the knees. This is where the hip thrust fits in so well. But it is a ...