The hip thrust is a powerhouse movement for anyone serious about building lower-body strength, especially targeting the glutes. Whether you’re a powerlifter, strongman, or just someone looking to ...

Strong glutes aren’t just for show. Vital for optimal movement and athletic performance, the gluteus maximus is the largest, most powerful muscle in the human body. Together, the gluteal muscles help ...

“A hip thrust is an exercise that mainly works the glutes and hips,” says Daniel McKenna, CPT, a New York City-based certified personal trainer and creator of The Irish Yank Fitness App. “It’s one of ...

The right barbell pad will go a long way. We have tips on what kind to look for, and what to do if you don't have a pad. Hip thrusts are not only a great exercise for your glutes (aka butt), they’re ...

Quan Bailey is a certified personal trainer and Isopure athlete. Fitness trainers turn to the move for a number of reasons, mainly because it’s a go-to weight training move that strengthens your ...

So, we know how heavy women should squat, but what about how heavy we should hip thrust? Based on existing scientific research and expert recommendations, there are hip thrust strength standards that ...