So, you want to know whether there’s an ideal hip thrust to deadlift ratio? Firstly, I have to say, there are few better exercises for your posterior chain. And typically if you throw squats into the mix, you have a fantastic all-round lower body workout. That being said, how do you know whether one exercise … Read more
Who else wants to know the ideal hip thrust to squat ratio? I’m sure we can all agree that these are two of the finest lower body exercises out there. Plus, if you’re “all about the booty”, you definitely want to be performing both movements as regularly as you can. However, should you be able … Read more
In your pursuit of exceptional glutes, you likely understand that hip thrusts are a necessity. However, depending on your gym, you may not have the required equipment. This is why many gym-goers have turned to using the leg extension machine to perform hip thrusts. But, is the leg extension machine as effective as using a … Read more
What can you do to prevent the bench from slipping while performing hip thrusts, which might just be the ultimate glute exercise? Let’s face facts, as great an exercise as they are, hip thrusts can be extremely awkward. This is especially true when it comes to getting yourself into the right position. However, this is … Read more
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
Finding two exercises superior to hip thrusts and squats for glute training could be quite a challenge. In fact, if you wish to kick things up a notch or two you could always throw deadlifts into the mix as well. However, this always begs the question of which exercise you should be doing first in … Read more
I absolutely love hip thrusts, but fairly often, especially when fatigued, I tend to feel them in my hamstrings. Sound familiar? We all know that hip thrusts are probably the best glute exercise there is. However, there is a tendency to feel the movement in the hamstrings, as opposed to the glutes. The following tips … Read more