J Strength Cond Res May 2021 PMID 33900255

Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot-Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females.

Kevin McCurdy, John Walker, Camila Kelly, Michael Polinski

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The discussions show strong interest in the article's findings, with posts citing specifics like muscle activation differences at various movement points. The tone indicates a positive view of integrating both exercises for better muscle development, with phrases like 'recommend incorporating both' and highlighting the significance for training routines, demonstrating moderate to deep engagement with practical applications.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study compared muscle activation in the hip and knee extensors during the hip thrust (HT) and rear-foot elevated split squat (RFESS) in trained women, finding that the HT mainly activates these muscles more at the top of the movement, while RFESS activates them more at the bottom.
  • Overall, the HT was better for engaging the gluteus maximus and hamstrings at the top position, whereas RFESS resulted in higher muscle activity at the bottom and produced greater activation of the vastus lateralis (a quadriceps muscle) across the full range of motion.
  • The researchers recommend incorporating both exercises into training routines to maximize muscle activation throughout the entire movement range, especially for glute and hamstring development, with RFESS being more effective for targeting the vastus lateralis.]

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Current Issue: Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot–Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females https://t.co/QHTal5WvPG @NSCA @lippincott https://t.co/9qR4BAwRKu

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RT @JSCRonline: Current Issue: Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot–Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females…

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RT @JSCRonline: Current Issue: Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot–Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females…

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Madhan Ramanathan
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RT @JSCRonline: Current Issue: Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot–Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females…

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@JSCRonline · X

Current Issue: Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot–Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females https://t.co/QHTal5WvPG @NSCA @lippincott https://t.co/9qR4BAwRKu

May 9, 2021 · 23 likes · 7 shares · 16,931 followers View post →
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
@JSCRonline · X

Published Ahead-of-Print: Hip and Knee Extensor Activation During the Hip Thrust and Rear-Foot–Elevated Split Squat in Trained Females https://t.co/tGBmXZN6ZH @NSCA

Apr 8, 2021 · 5 likes · 16,931 followers View post →
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