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1160: Bret Contreras- The Glute Guru
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Bret Contreras, inventor of the hip thrust and renowned butt building expert.
- From a math teacher to glute guru: How did Bret get to where he is today? (2:41)
- Where did his obsession with glut training come from? (10:17)
- How he made hip bridges a thing. (14:50)
- Why it takes a strong woman to date a trainer. (18:37)
- The importance of staying true to who you are. (20:17)
- How he considers himself a lifter first, trainer second and then a scientist. (24:35)
- Why research is important when it comes to the validity of a study. (27:28)
- The science and studies on machines vs free weights/compound lifts: How all exercises are tools. (41:40)
- Do something that challenges your end range of motion to see greater muscle development. (1:04:02)
- The growing disconnects in the fitness industry. (1:08:05)
- Understanding the frequency aspect of training. (1:12:34)
- How everyone thinks they are SO advanced. (1:22:30)
- The importance of learning your own body and listening to it. (1:32:10)
Featured Guest/People Mentioned
- Bret "Glute Guy" Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram
- Website
- Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram
- Jay Ferruggia (@jayferruggia) Instagram
- Jen Selter (@jenselter) Instagram
- Lauren Simpson (@laurensimpson) Instagram
- Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D. (@bradschoenfeldphd) Instagram
- Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram
- Stuart Phillips (@mackinprof) Instagram
- Eric Cressey (@ericcressey) Instagram
- Tawna Eubanks Mccoy (@tawnaeubanksmccoy) Instagram
Related Links/Products Mentioned
- November Promotion: MAPS Performance ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout**
- Glute Lab: The Art and Science of Strength and Physique Training - Book by Bret Contreras and Glen Cordoza
- Booty by Bret
- EFFECTS OF A SIX-WEEK HIP THRUST VS.FRONT SQUAT RESISTANCE TRAINING PROGRAM ON PERFORMANCE IN ADOLESCENT MALES: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
- Squats Versus Hip Thrusts Part II: The Twin Experiment
- Winning Rugby Players use Hip Thrusters
- Critical Mass: The Positions-Of-Flexion Approach to Explosive Muscle Growth - Book by Steve Holman
- The Colorado Experiment: Fact or Fiction