How To Build Round & Strong Glutes with Bret Contreras, PhD. aka the Glute Guy

Bret Contreras covers glute training: exercise selection (squats, RDLs, step-ups, split squats, single-leg work, abductions, kickbacks, bridges), hip thrust technique (foot placement, full extension, setup errors, machine issues), and prioritizing glute growth over quads/hamstrings. **TOPICS COVERED** - Glute Rapid-Fire Begins - Hip Thrust Mistakes - Pelvic Tilt and Myths - Myth of Light Glute Training - No-Equipment Glute Options - The Hip Dips Question - Aesthetics and Glute Goals - Why Hip Thrusts Recover Well - Growing Glutes Without Legs - Hip Thrust Variations - Recovery and Training Frequency - Managing Maximum Recoverable Volume **OUR SPONSORS** SUNLIGHTEN - Boost recovery, heart health, and balance with sauna therapy. Go to https://get.sunlighten.com/DRSTEPHANIE and use code **DRSTEPHANIE** for a special discount. JUST THRIVE HEALTH - Your gut runs the show — mood, immunity, energy, all of it. Just Thrive's spore-based probiotics are the ones I actually trust. Take the Feel Better Challenge and save on your first order at https://justthrivehealth.com/better with code BETTER. PIQUE LIFE  - Experience Transformative Results. Start your daily ritual today and elevate your morning and evening routine at https://piquelife.com/better TIMELINE - Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a great price when you go to https://timelinenutrition.com/better with code **BETTER**. **RESOURCES MENTIONED** - Website: https://bretcontreras.com - Instagram (@bretcontreras1): https://www.instagram.com/bretcontreras1 - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/bretcontreras1 - Periodization of Strength Training for Sports by Tudor Bompa - The Westside Barbell Book of Methods by Louie Simmons - The impact of resistance training on gluteus maximus hypertrophy: a systematic review and meta-analysis - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12018462/ - Glute Lab: The Art and Science of Strength and Physique Training by Bret Contreras - https://www.porchlightbooks.com/products/glute-lab-bret-contreras-9781628603460 - The Science & Practice of Hip Thrusts (Research & EMG Studies) by Bret Contreras - https://www.bcstrength.com/pages/about-the-inventor - Advanced Techniques in Glutei Maximi Strengthening by Bret Contreras - https://bretcontreras.com/ebook-2/ - Glute Medius Hip Thrust https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rvw9cpZ2Z1Q **BIO** Bret Contreras “The Glute Guy” PhD, CSCS is a prominent strength and conditioning specialist, researcher, and bestselling author. He is best recognized for inventing the barbell hip thrust and developing cutting-edge glute-training methodologies.He authored the bestselling book Glute Lab, Bodyweight Strength Training Anatomy, and coauthored Strong Curves. Contreras holds a Ph.D. in Sports Science and has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed published studies. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: **Subscribe:** *The Mini Pause* — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife. **Build Muscle:** *LIFT* — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.