Looking to lift and tone your backside? If you’re already doing squats or lunges, that’s a great start—but if you really want to build a better butt, resistance bands are your new best friend. This quick 10-minute resistance band booty workout targets your glutes from multiple angles and helps activate more muscle with every move.
I’m a huge fan of resistance bands because they’re lightweight, portable, and crazy effective. You can use them just about anywhere—at home, in your office, or while traveling. And unlike bulky gym equipment, resistance bands add challenge without taking up space.
Even better? Bands increase muscle recruitment, meaning you’re engaging more muscles at once. So if you’re looking for a firm, lifted backside, these four resistance band glute exercises should definitely be on your weekly schedule.
Strength training over 50 has so many benefits, including slowing the aging process!
Get the Latests Posts to Your Inbox
Join over 1,000,000 followers who are inspired to make healthier lifestyle choices as they age!
Resistance Band Butt Workout Instructions
Do 2–3 sets of 15–20 reps for each move, 3–5 days a week. Trust me, your glutes will thank you.
Let’s dive in!
1. Basic Resistance Band Squat
Squats are a great functional fitness exercise that will keep you strong!
Targets: Glutes, quads, core
- Stand on the resistance band with feet hip-width apart.
- Hold the handles so the band runs behind your arms and over your shoulders.
- Lower into a squat, pushing your hips back and keeping the weight in your heels.
- Slowly return to standing, squeezing your glutes at the top.
- Keep your core engaged and spine tall—no leaning forward.
Pro Tip: Add a pulse at the bottom for extra burn!
2. Lunge with Resistance Band Bicep Curl
This resistance band lunge with bonus bicep curl targets your glutes, and your arms at the same time! You may also enjoy these 5 exercises to tone your arms over 50!
Targets: Glutes, quads, hamstrings, biceps
- Place the ball of your right foot on the band.
- Hold handles in front of your thighs, palms facing up.
- Step your left foot back, keeping the heel off the ground.
- Lower your back knee toward the floor as your front knee bends to 90 degrees.
- At the same time, perform a bicep curl.
- Press through the front heel to return to start.
Pro Tip: Repeat on both sides.
3. Resistance Band Deadlift
The resistance band deadlift exercise targets your glutes, hamstring, and your back! It’s a great way to build muscle after menopause!
Targets: Glutes, hamstrings, lower back
- Stand with both feet on the band, hip-width apart.
- Hold the handles with a slight bend in your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
- Hinge at the hips, keeping your spine long and core engaged, lowering your torso toward the floor.
- Stop when your back is parallel to the floor.
- Squeeze your glutes and hamstrings to return to standing.
Pro Tip: Focus on slow, controlled movement for max results.
4. Straight-Leg Glute Kickback
Targets: Glutes (especially glute max and medius), core
- Stand with feet on the band, hip-width apart.
- Hold the handles at your hips.
- Keeping your core tight, extend your right leg diagonally behind you.
- Keep your leg straight and press through the heel.
- Do all reps on one leg, then switch—or alternate legs.
Pro Tip: You’ll feel this one right where it counts!
How to Choose the Right Resistance Band
Let’s talk about gear. The right resistance level is key to getting results without risking injury.
Pro tip: You should reach moderate to max muscle fatigue between 15-20 reps. If your band feels too easy, it probably is. Too hard? You won’t be able to move through the full range of motion.
If you’re just getting started, I highly recommend the SPRI Xertube Resistance Band with Handles. It even includes a door attachment for added variety and versatility. The padded handles are comfortable, and the medium resistance is perfect for beginners or anyone getting back into a routine. Start with light to medium resistance for upper body work and move to heavier bands when you’re ready to level up.
Glute training doesn’t have to take hours. This quick resistance band booty workout is proof that with just a few simple moves, you can target and tone your glutes in 10 minutes flat.
I’d love to hear from you! Are you already using resistance bands in your workouts? What’s your favorite move for toning your backside? Drop a comment below and let’s talk booty gains.
