What’s the Ideal Squat to Leg Press Ratio? (Explained!)

Squat to Leg Press Ratio

I am aware that there’s a curiosity among numerous individuals about what the appropriate ratio between their squat and leg press should be. I guess you want to get an idea of how well you’re performing both exercises in comparison to each other. Plus, I would hazard a guess that there could be a large … Read more

What’s the Ideal Bench Press to Overhead Press Ratio? (Revealed!)

Bench Press to Overhead Press Ratio

So, you are interested in discovering the perfect ratio between bench press to overhead press. Both are fantastic compound exercises that will really test your pressing muscles. Plus, in the main, we can all typically bench press more weight than we can overhead press. With that being said, some of us find that the two … Read more

Not Feeling Your Glutes? Why Lunges Aren’t Hitting Your Butt (& How to Fix It)

An Athletic Man Performing Kettlebell Lunges at Home

If you’re lunging with more weight that you can handle with good form your other lower body muscles will take over rather than you using your glutes. You should also really concentrate on squeezing your glutes at the bottom of the lunge. Then push through the heel of your front foot as you come back … Read more

What’s a Good Squat to Deadlift Ratio? (Solved!)

A Man Squatting and a Man Deadlifting & the text, "Squat to Deadlift Ratio"

I believe we can reach a consensus that squats and deadlifts rank as two of the best, if not the absolute best, compound exercises for the lower body. But, have you ever wondered how much weight you should be lifting with one exercise when compared to the other? A good squat to deadlift ratio for … Read more

Why is My Bum Getting Smaller With Squats? (Explained!)

Why is My Bum Getting Smaller With Squats

Performing squats is usually considered the supreme exercise for the lower body, so it might be surprising to learn that doing them could actually lead to a reduction in the size of your backside. I mean, you’e always been told that if you want a great booty then you have to squat. So, the fact … Read more

Why Do I Feel Hip Thrusts in My Lower Back? (Solved!)

Why Do I Feel Hip Thrusts in My Lower Back

You certainly aren’t alone in asking, “Why am I feeling hip thrusts in my lower back?” In fact, as great an exercise as hip thrusts are, many of us typically experience discomfort or even pain when performing them. And unfortunately, this often occurs in the non-target muscles, such as the lower back. So, allow me … Read more

Can You Grow Your Glutes By Only Doing Hip Thrusts? (Revealed!)

Can You Grow Your Glutes By Only Doing Hip Thrusts

Several of you are curious to find out if it’s possible to develop your glutes by only performing hip thrusts. For starters, hip thrusts are typically viewed as the greatest glute exercises there is. So, it makes sense that if you want to grow your glutes that you should be doing hip thrusts. However, can … Read more

Do I Have to Lift Heavy to Grow My Butt? (Explained!)

Do I Have to Lift Heavy to Grow My Butt

The common advice we often receive is that to develop muscles and increase size, we need to lift heavy weights. However, is this actually true when you’re trying to grow your butt? Various muscle groups typically respond differently to resistance training. Therefore, if you want to grow your glutes it’s best to find the right … Read more

How Do I Know if I’m Activating My Glutes? (Solved!)

How Do I Know if I’m Activating My Glutes

Application Error In fact, I can guarantee that you’re not the only one to ever train your glutes without actually being sure of the effectiveness of your workout. I mean, you typically complete workouts for other muscle groups and find that you’re sore afterwards and as though you’ve pushed yourself hard. Plus, of course, you … Read more

How Many Inches Can Your Glutes Grow in a Month? (Solved!)

How Many Inches Can Your Glutes Grow in a Month

I believe we’re all curious about the amount of inches we can increase our glute size in a month. Let’s face facts, glute-training has come to the fore in recent years. And while this may be viewed as a “female thing”, most guys are starting to understand the importance of training their glutes. I mean, … Read more