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How to Improve Hip and Glute Power: An 800Hz IMU-Verified Training Guide
how to·12 min read

How to Improve Hip and Glute Power: An 800Hz IMU-Verified Training Guide

Quantify and improve hip and glute power with 800Hz IMU sensor data. A 12-week protocol using velocity zones, RFD, and jump-height metrics validated by PoinT.

hip power·glutes·VBT
Why Can't I Feel My Glutes Working? Diagnosing and Fixing Glute Activation Failure
how to·12 min read

Why Can't I Feel My Glutes Working? Diagnosing and Fixing Glute Activation Failure

If squats and hip thrusts never reach your glutes, the issue is neurological. Diagnose glute amnesia and rebuild activation with this protocol.

glutes·activation·neural drive
Hip Thrust vs Glute Bridge: Activation Differences and How to Choose
exercises·12 min read

Hip Thrust vs Glute Bridge: Activation Differences and How to Choose

Contreras EMG research shows hip thrust at 78% glute activation vs glute bridge at 65%. Compare moment arms, loading capacity, and ROM to choose between them.

hip thrust·glute bridge·glutes
Plate-Loaded Hip Thrust: Optimal Glute Hypertrophy
exercises·9 min read

Plate-Loaded Hip Thrust: Optimal Glute Hypertrophy

Science-based guide to the plate-loaded hip thrust: setup, loading parameters, velocity zones, and programming for maximum glute hypertrophy and hip power.

hip-thrust·glutes·hypertrophy
Barbell Hip Thrust Setup and Execution
exercises·8 min read

Barbell Hip Thrust Setup and Execution

Complete barbell hip thrust setup guide: bench height, foot position, bar placement, hip hinge mechanics, and velocity metrics for optimal glute development.

barbell·hip thrust·glutes
Hip Thrust for Glute Development: Science-Based Guide
exercises·8 min read

Hip Thrust for Glute Development: Science-Based Guide

Hip thrust glute development guide: EMG data, load-velocity benchmarks, programming for hypertrophy and sprint power, and common setup mistakes to avoid.

hip-thrust·glutes·posterior-chain