
043 How to design the ultimate glute program
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In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss how to build the biggest glutes possible. The episode begins with a rare Silver Era lower-body routine from a female 1940s strength athlete Abby “Pudgy” Stockton, before breaking down the most effective modern exercises for glute development.
Key topics include:
• Abby Stockton’s 1940s lower body routine
• The difference between upper and lower regions of the gluteus maximus
• Why seated hip abduction is one of the best exercises for the upper glutes
• Hip thrust vs glute bridge
• Why squats and leg presses can still stimulate glute growth in the stretched position
• Why glutes can often tolerate more training volume than upper body muscles
• A simple three exercise framework for maximizing glute development
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