The glute bridge will strengthen not only your glutes but also your hamstrings and calves. It's an easy exercise that requires no equipment whatsoever. lie flat on your back and position your hands by your side. Your knees should be bent and your feet be placed around shoulder width. While exhaling, lift your hips off the floor, pushing mainly through your heels. Keep your back straight and hold the contracted position for a second.

While inhaling slowly go back to the initial position. A possible variation that is a little more advanced is the single leg Glute Bridge, set up like you would for the glute bridge and then raise one leg off the ground. Keep the leg straight as you push your hips up through the heel of the other leg.