
Become a Certified
Glute Specialist
* 20 Credits *
Build Your Legacy In Fitness !
How It Works
What You'll Learn From This Course
As a Certified ISSA Glute Specialist, you’ll offer clients training and results like never before.
◼️ Glute-focused trends and training
◼️ Movement patterns
◼️ Client assessments and forms
◼️ Anatomy & activation, strength, and hypertrophy exercises
◼️ Common hip and glute dysfunctions
◼️ Marketing, communication, and professionalism as a glute trainer
COURSE CONTENTS
The Glute Obsession
Body Shape over the Years
Essential Strength
Beyond the Squat
Neuromuscular Control
Muscles as Movers
Skeletal Muscle Structure and Function
The Kinetic Chain
Alternate Checkpoints
Physical Assessments
Movement Assessments
Lower Body Anatomy
Glute Structure and Function
Muscle Insertions, Origins, and Actions
Inactive Glutes
Piriformis Syndrome
Tight Hip Flexors
ITB Syndrome
Pelvic Tilt
Asymmetrical Weight Shift
Principles of Program Design
Acute Training Variables
Periodization
Deactivation
Applications of Deactivation
Activation for Balance
Glute Activation
Adductor Activation
Hamstring Activation
Piriformis Mobility
Hypertrophy Programming
Loading and Force Vectors
Glute Strength and Hypertrophy
Hamstring Strength and Hypertrophy
Combination Exercises
Athletic Considerations
Energy Balance
Nutrition for a Training Goal
Food Sources of Carbohydrates
Food Sources of Protein
Nutritional Sources of Fats
Macronutrient Sources
Common Supplements
Keeping Clients Motivated
The Tools of Motivation
Using Social Media to Motivate
Social Media and Self-Motivation
Practical Application
Every Client Is Unique
Motivating Online Clients
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Posts on Social Media
Creating a Members-Only Facebook Group
Offering Group Training Sessions
Sending Story-Based Emails
Following Up Regularly
Motivating New Moms
Motivation for Mothers
Goal Setting for All Clients
Tips for Setting Effective Fitness Goals
Marketing 101
Your Niche
Scope of Practice
Fitness Communication
The Bottom Line
Weeks 1-2: Foundational Training
Weeks 3-5: Strength Training
Week 6: Metabolic Training
Navigating Successful and Trending Diets
Defining “Diet”
Fad Diets
Current Trending Diets
The Most Effective Diets
References
Premium Resources and Expert Support
COURSE AUDIENCE (for whom this course can be useful)
◼️ Aspiring bodybuilding coaches and personal trainers who want to specialize in glute training and build a professional career in the health and fitness industry.
◼️ Individuals aiming to deepen their expertise in designing, implementing, and supervising personalized training programs focused on glute development, strength, and aesthetics.
◼️ Fitness professionals seeking a reputable certification to boost their credibility and demonstrate advanced knowledge in targeted lower-body training.
◼️ Coaches and trainers looking to improve communication and service delivery specifically for clients with glute-focused goals.
◼️ Motivated individuals passionate about helping clients achieve strong, functional, and well-shaped glutes while supporting long-term fitness and lifestyle improvements.
Approved by the International Sports Sciences
Association (ISSA), USA.