Although growing our glutes isn’t an overnight endeavour, it’s one we should persist with as strong glutes are essential to our movement, balance and supporting the lower back. This 20 minute workout targets all three gluteal muscles, whilst using a pair of dumbbells to challenge your muscles further and help them grow. Don’t own any dumbbells? A kettlebell, two gallon water bottles or even two small weight plates will do.
As well as improving our posture, reducing the likelihood of injury and (undoubtedly) looking good, strong glutes can also improve our athletic performance. According to Oxford Circus Physiotherapy: "The gluteus maximus and hamstrings are the primary muscles that extend the hip and provides the power for propulsion when running, jumping and even heavy lifting." Therefore the stronger they are they more weight you'll be able to lift, while new research has shown you'll be able to run faster and plyometric exercises will be more powerful.
