The unfortunate truth about lower-body workouts is that many people work out for purely cosmetic reasons. Yes, glutes are important for the all-around aesthetic appeal, but there is actually a purpose behind training them that goes far beyond having a great bottom.

Join NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts, Marty Miller, and Prentiss Rhodes as they discuss the actual functions of the glute complex and proper exercise progressions and regressions regarding ideal glute training.

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⏱Timestamps: 

2:40 An Introduction to Glute Training 

3:45 The Importance of Glute Training 

11:30 Anatomy Lessons 17:10 Assessments to Consider 

25:50 Impaired Glute Performance 31:00 Programming Variables 

42:00 Hip Flexibility 

43:30 Total Glute Activation 

51:30 Key Takeaways 

54:40 Open Q&A

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Personal Training Certification: https://nasm.co/32lTsTp

📚USEFUL RESOURCES 

7 Ways to Effectively Build Stronger, Larger Glutes: https://nasm.co/2IfZzBLA 

Review of Functional Human Anatomy Part 2: https://nasm.co/3p7GNNs

Corrective Exercise: Maximize Client Recovery & Movement Quality: https://nasm.co/2I9cG7E

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