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Step-ups: The Best Exercise for Glute Growth (103% Activation) 🍑
This science-backed exercise that produces 103% glute activation - more than what's possible with maximum voluntary contraction! Using EMG data, we also reveal how to boost glute activation by an additional 67% with four simple modifications to the standard step-up.
In this video, learn:
Why step-ups are superior for glute activation and strength
How to modify step-ups for maximum glute engagement
The science behind optimal box height for glute growth
How to make this exercise safer and more effective than squats
🔬 Research-backed techniques to transform your glute workout
⚡ Real-time EMG muscle tracking data
💪 Used by elite CrossFit athletes for better results
#glutestrength #gluteworkout #glutegains
Chapters:
0:00 Start
0:17 The best glute exercise: Step-Up
3:42 Techniques to increase glute activity
8:06 How to avoid injury
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academy@barefootstrength.com or
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Content Disclosure: The information provided in this video is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.
Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links in this video description are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Exercising Health may earn a commission if you make a purchase and/or opt-in through these links. My team and I only promote products we 100% believe in and use ourselves.
Build Strong Glutes in Our Academy
https://bfs.fit/glutes
👟 Our Barefoot Shoe Finder
https://bfs.fit/find-my-shoes
🗞️ The Barefoot Strength Newsletter
https://bfs.fit/news
Follow us on Instagram:
instagram.com/barefootstrength
Follow us on X/Twitter
twitter.com/bfsdotfit
Things mentioned in this video:
Step-ups: The Best Exercise for Glute Growth (103% Activation) 🍑
This science-backed exercise that produces 103% glute activation - more than what's possible with maximum voluntary contraction! Using EMG data, we also reveal how to boost glute activation by an additional 67% with four simple modifications to the standard step-up.
In this video, learn:
Why step-ups are superior for glute activation and strength
How to modify step-ups for maximum glute engagement
The science behind optimal box height for glute growth
How to make this exercise safer and more effective than squats
🔬 Research-backed techniques to transform your glute workout
⚡ Real-time EMG muscle tracking data
💪 Used by elite CrossFit athletes for better results
#glutestrength #gluteworkout #glutegains
Chapters:
0:00 Start
0:17 The best glute exercise: Step-Up
3:42 Techniques to increase glute activity
8:06 How to avoid injury
Contact us:
academy@barefootstrength.com or
DM on Instagram/Facebook.
Content Disclosure: The information provided in this video is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.
Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links in this video description are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Exercising Health may earn a commission if you make a purchase and/or opt-in through these links. My team and I only promote products we 100% believe in and use ourselves.
