1160: Bret Contreras- The Glute Guru

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Bret Contreras, inventor of the hip thrust and renowned butt building expert. From a math teacher to glute guru: How did Bret get to where he is today? (2:41) Where did his obsession with glut training come from? (10:17) How he made hip bridges a thing. (14:50) Why it takes a strong woman to date a trainer. (18:37) The importance of staying true to who you are. (20:17) How he considers himself a lifter first, trainer second and then a scientist. (24:35) Why research is important when it comes to the validity of a study. (27:28) The science and studies on machines vs free weights/compound lifts: How all exercises are tools. (41:40) Do something that challenges your end range of motion to see greater muscle development. (1:04:02) The growing disconnects in the fitness industry. (1:08:05) Understanding the frequency aspect of training. (1:12:34) How everyone thinks they are SO advanced. (1:22:30) The importance of learning your own body and listening to it. (1:32:10) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Bret "Glute Guy" Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1)  Instagram Website Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym)  Instagram Jay Ferruggia (@jayferruggia)  Instagram Jen Selter (@jenselter)  Instagram Lauren Simpson (@laurensimpson)  Instagram Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D. (@bradschoenfeldphd)  Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne)  Instagram Stuart Phillips (@mackinprof)  Instagram Eric Cressey (@ericcressey)  Instagram Tawna Eubanks Mccoy (@tawnaeubanksmccoy)  Instagram   Related Links/Products Mentioned November Promotion: MAPS Performance ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Glute Lab: The Art and Science of Strength and Physique Training - Book by Bret Contreras and Glen Cordoza Booty by Bret  EFFECTS OF A SIX-WEEK HIP THRUST VS.FRONT SQUAT RESISTANCE TRAINING PROGRAM ON PERFORMANCE IN ADOLESCENT MALES: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL Squats Versus Hip Thrusts Part II: The Twin Experiment Winning Rugby Players use Hip Thrusters Critical Mass: The Positions-Of-Flexion Approach to Explosive Muscle Growth - Book by Steve Holman The Colorado Experiment: Fact or Fiction