Why I Want A Huge Ass

Summary by Krater

The creator explains why glute training is essential for powerlifters, arguing that glutes are the primary hip extensors responsible for deadlifts and squats, and that weak glutes lead to form breakdown and imbalances.

From the video

Answers: Should powerlifters train glutes?

• Glute training for powerlifting
• Hip extension mechanics
• Deadlift form and glute involvement
• Squat form and glute involvement
• Glute accessory exercises

Exercises

• Bulgarian split squat · bodyweight
• squat · barbell
• deadlift · barbell
• hip thrust · barbell
• glute-ham raise · glute-ham developer
• kettlebell swing · kettlebell

What it concludes

• Hip extension is critical to powerlifting total, and the glutes are the primary hip extensors.
• Glute hypertrophy is strongly related to strength potential and total improvement.
• Weak glutes often cause form breakdown, such as knee caving in squats and spinal extension in deadlifts.
• Glute accessory work can prevent muscular imbalances and help fix form issues.