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Gen Z embraces 'glutemaxxing' trend for ideal summer physique

A social media trend known as "glutemaxxing" or "bootymaxxing" focuses on maximizing the size and strength of gluteal muscles. A survey by Planet Fitness and Wired Research found that a significant portion of Gen Z respondents are willing to give up certain things, like iced coffee, for their ideal summer physique. While the trend can encourage exercise and improve posture, experts caution against overdoing it and emphasize the importance of moderation. AI

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Gen Z embraces 'glutemaxxing' trend for ideal summer physique

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Bruce Y. Lee, Senior Contributor ·

    What’s Behind This ‘Glutemaxxing’ Or “Bootymaxxing” Trend

    It’s time to get to the bottom of this whole "glutemaxxing" or “bootymaxxing” trend on social media. Here's how you can do it and overdo it with your gluteal muscles.