MONDAY IS GLUTE STRENGTH & PROTECTION. Monday isn’t about chasing a burn or leaving the gym exhausted. It’s about preserving strength and muscle especially as we get older. Heavy, controlled glute training: • Maintains muscle mass • Supports bone density • Protects knees and lower back • Prevents the “softening” that comes with muscle loss The goal isn’t to feel destroyed. The goal is to leave the gym feeling strong, stable, and confident. Strength work like this teaches the body one important message: “We still need this muscle.” MONDAY GLUTE FOCUS 🧱 • Smith glute-biased squats • Barbell hip thrusts (heavy, controlled) • Bulgarian split squats (single-leg stability) • Romanian deadlifts (glutes + hamstrings) • Optional hip abductions (light activation, not fatigue) This is how I train to: • Stay lifted and firm • Maintain power • Protect my joints • Build a body that lasts Smart training isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what works for now and for the future. Strong g...