10 Best Glute Exercises for Men

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Barbell Hip Thrust: Focuses on the glutes by driving the hips upward with a barbell across the hips.

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Deadlift: A compound movement that strengthens the entire posterior chain, with emphasis on the glutes and hamstrings.

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Squat (Back or Front): Essential for overall leg and glute development, engaging multiple muscle groups.

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Lunges: Targets glutes, quads, and hamstrings, improving balance and coordination.

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Bulgarian Split Squat: A single-leg exercise that isolates the glutes and quads.

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Glute Bridge: Similar to hip thrusts, this move is performed on the ground to target the glutes.

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Kettlebell Swings: A dynamic exercise that works the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back.

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Step-Ups: Builds strength and stability in the glutes and quads.

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