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Exercise of the Month - October 2011:
“Improve the Glutes with Barbell Hip Thrusts”
While standard lower body exercises like Deadlift and Squat variations help improve strength and aesthetics, the exercise that seems to finally be incorporated with fitness enthusiasts is Hip Thrusts. This exercise is essentially a loaded/weighted hip extension with an increased range of motion (ROM). To increase comfort, use a squat pad or Airex Pad on the barbell when performing. This exercise is a MUST if you are looking to improve the appearance of the glutes, a muscle group that often goes dormant as a result of a sedentary lifestyle/excessive sitting.
A video demonstration of this exercise is shown here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6Au-W9Klko