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Sam Hopes

I'm a personal trainer: These 5 'slow' moves are better than 100 lunges for building strong glutes

A photo of a woman doing a resistance band glute exercise .

Your glutes can be surprisingly hard to grow, and it takes a mix of precision, stability, overload and control if you really want to pump them up as well as build strength. That said, glute training isn't just about aesthetics — it’s also about protecting your back and moving better.

Many of us approach glute training with a "toning" mindset, but for the longevity-focused person, these muscles serve a bigger purpose. They act as primary stabilizers for your hips and an insurance policy for your lower back. Without strong glutes, your knees and spine could take on a lot of pressure.

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