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April 2017 PMID 27253835

Effects of a Six-Week Hip Thrust vs. Front Squat Resistance Training Program on Performance in Adolescent Males: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Bret Contreras, Andrew D Vigotsky, Brad J Schoenfeld, Chris Beardsley, Daniel T McMaster, Jan H T Reyneke, John B Cronin

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Discussions highlight key points of the research, such as the role of exercise direction in athletic performance, with posts supporting the idea that hip thrusts enhance sprinting and horizontal movement, and commentaries connecting the findings to practical training, demonstrating thoughtful engagement and recognition of the study's significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions align with the study's findings, supporting the idea that different exercises yield specific performance improvements, especially the benefits of hip thrusts for horizontal force activities.

InterestModerate interest

Posters show a moderate level of curiosity, with some expressing support or referencing the research, but few delve deeply into methodological details.

EngagementModerate engagement

The comments include mentions of performance metrics, exercise comparisons, and calls for scholarly access, indicating a reasonable level of interaction and reflection.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest that the article influences attitudes toward exercise choice and may inform training strategies, reflecting a modest but notable impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study compared a six-week hip thrust and front squat training program in adolescent boys, focusing on how each exercise impacts different athletic performances like jumping, sprinting, and strength.
  • The results suggested that the front squat might be better at improving vertical jump height and squat strength, while the hip thrust could lead to faster sprint times and better hip thrust strength, supporting the idea that different exercises improve specific athletic skills.
  • Overall, findings align with the force vector theory, indicating that the direction of force generated during each exercise influences which athletic abilities are most improved.]
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Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Sep 8, 2022 · 15 likes · 108,067 followers View post →
鈴木皓太 | Kota Suzuki
@trainer_blog · X

【ヒップスラストとパフォーマンスの関係】 HSとフロントスクワット(FS)で効果を比較をしていますが、 HSでは 垂直飛び：3.42%UP 立ち幅跳び：2.38%UP 10mスプリント：1.05%UP 20mスプリント：1.67%UP と全て良い変化が起きたとのこと. ただFSでも良い変化は起きてます https://t.co/kJFWLHnCxD https://t.co/7I4sAuQ9dd

Mar 18, 2022 · 12 likes · 1 share · 5,003 followers View post →
小川 航平 Kohei Ogawa | S&Cコーチ【CSCS】
@OGAWA_training · X

Effects of a Six-Week Hip Thrust vs. Front Squat Resistance ... : The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research https://t.co/98wB4zfCfP 前にどこかで読んだ論文に行きついた。 6週間の Hip Thrust vs. Front Squat

Mar 28, 2023 · 1 like · 3,654 followers View post →
Coach Josh Wood, BHSc GCSC
@CoachJoshWood · X

It seems like there is enough evidence to say that hip thrusts improve performance for horizontal force vectors like sprinting and broad jumps: https://t.co/kEQDRgUSOa https://t.co/xHyQpRRC4Z

Feb 12, 2025 · 650 followers View post →
Coach Josh Wood, BHSc GCSC
@CoachJoshWood · X

@mobility_muscle I don't know man, it seems like there is enough evidence to say that hip thrusts improve performance for horizontal force vectors like sprinting and broad jumps: https://t.co/kEQDRgUSOa https://t.co/KMnRrJUhEW

Feb 11, 2025 · 650 followers View post →
LibKey
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@YLMSportScience @bretcontreras Access the paywalled article from your library: https://t.co/tam1d03tfF Promote scholarly access to content by simply adding https://t.co/SXSePSX5De to the DOI URL

Dec 20, 2022 · 554 followers View post →

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Coach Josh Wood, BHSc GCSC
@CoachJoshWood · X

It seems like there is enough evidence to say that hip thrusts improve performance for horizontal force vectors like sprinting and broad jumps: https://t.co/kEQDRgUSOa https://t.co/xHyQpRRC4Z

Feb 12, 2025 · 650 followers View post →
Coach Josh Wood, BHSc GCSC
@CoachJoshWood · X

@mobility_muscle I don't know man, it seems like there is enough evidence to say that hip thrusts improve performance for horizontal force vectors like sprinting and broad jumps: https://t.co/kEQDRgUSOa https://t.co/KMnRrJUhEW

Feb 11, 2025 · 650 followers View post →
小川 航平 Kohei Ogawa | S&Cコーチ【CSCS】
@OGAWA_training · X

Effects of a Six-Week Hip Thrust vs. Front Squat Resistance ... : The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research https://t.co/98wB4zfCfP 前にどこかで読んだ論文に行きついた。 6週間の Hip Thrust vs. Front Squat

Mar 28, 2023 · 1 like · 3,654 followers View post →
LibKey
@libkey_io · X

@YLMSportScience @bretcontreras Access the paywalled article from your library: https://t.co/tam1d03tfF Promote scholarly access to content by simply adding https://t.co/SXSePSX5De to the DOI URL

Dec 20, 2022 · 554 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Sep 8, 2022 · 15 likes · 108,067 followers View post →
"Mixture Japan"
@mixture_j_japan · X

RT @trainer_blog: 【ヒップスラストとパフォーマンスの関係】 HSとフロントスクワット(FS)で効果を比較をしていますが、 HSでは 垂直飛び：3.42%UP 立ち幅跳び：2.38%UP 10mスプリント：1.05%UP 20mスプリント：1.67%UP…

Mar 18, 2022 · 1 share · 17 followers View post →
鈴木皓太 | Kota Suzuki
@trainer_blog · X

【ヒップスラストとパフォーマンスの関係】 HSとフロントスクワット(FS)で効果を比較をしていますが、 HSでは 垂直飛び：3.42%UP 立ち幅跳び：2.38%UP 10mスプリント：1.05%UP 20mスプリント：1.67%UP と全て良い変化が起きたとのこと. ただFSでも良い変化は起きてます https://t.co/kJFWLHnCxD https://t.co/7I4sAuQ9dd

Mar 18, 2022 · 12 likes · 1 share · 5,003 followers View post →