Glute workouts are everywhere—but many at-home routines barely scratch the surface. They throw in one or two glute moves, then shift focus elsewhere. If your goal is real glute growth, you need a plan built around progressive training and smart exercise selection.
This 4-day split program delivers exactly that. With two upper-body and two lower-body sessions per week, each lasting under an hour, you'll target the glutes directly while strengthening the rest of your body. Whether you're a beginner or just looking for a fresh challenge, this routine sets the foundation for eight weeks of noticeable results.
Equipment You'll Need
This program keeps things simple with gear that fits easily into a home setup.
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Dumbbells
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Kettlebells
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Large resistance bands
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Small looped resistance bands
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Your own bodyweight
Optional upgrades : A barbell, bench, exercise ball, or ankle weights can be swapped in to add variety and progression.
Warm-Up (5 Minutes)
A proper warm-up primes your glutes for action and helps prevent injury. Here's a quick, targeted routine:
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2 minutes stair climbs (or step-ups onto a sturdy platform)
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Dynamic Pigeon Stretch - 5 reps each leg
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Bodyweight Glute Kickbacks – 10 reps each leg
Now you're ready to train.
About the Workout
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Duration: ~45 minutes per session
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Rest: 60 seconds between sets
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Progression: Start at the lower end of sets/reps, then increase volume as strength builds
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Rule of thumb: When you can complete the top of the rep range comfortably, it's time to add weight or increase resistance.
The 4-Day Training Plan
Day 1 – Upper Body
Exercise | Sets | Reps |
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Bent Over Dumbbell Row | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Dumbbell Floor Press | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Band Pull Apart | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Lateral Raise | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Standing Dumbbell Curl | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Close Grip Push-Up* | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Ab Crunch | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Go to failure on your final set. Beginners can modify with knee push-ups.
Day 2 – Lower Body (Glute Focus)
Exercise | Sets | Reps |
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Banded Good Morning | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Kettlebell Swing | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Dumbbell Goblet Squat | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Curtsy Lunge (DB or bodyweight) | 2–3 | 10–12 each leg |
Glute Bridge (DB or banded) | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Standing Calf Raise | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Lateral Band Walk | 2–3 | 10–12 each leg |
Day 3 – Upper Body
Exercise | Sets | Reps |
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Dumbbell Shoulder Press | 2–3 | 10–12 |
One-Arm Dumbbell Row | 2–3 | 10–12 each arm |
Alternating Arnold Press | 2–3 | 10–12 each arm |
Overhead Tricep Extension | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Rear Delt Fly | 2–3 | 10–12 each arm |
Hammer Curl | 2–3 | 10–12 |
Lying Leg Raise | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Day 4 – Lower Body (Glute Focus)
Exercise | Sets | Reps |
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Dumbbell Glute Bridge | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Dumbbell Split Squat | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Plie Squat | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Dumbbell Stiff-Leg Deadlift | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Kettlebell Romanian Deadlift | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Banded Glute Bridge* | 2–3 | 15–20 |
Go to failure on your last set. Beginners can modify with bodyweight bridges.
Training Schedule Examples
Beginner-Friendly:
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Mon: Day 1 – Upper
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Tue: Rest
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Wed: Day 2 – Lower
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Thu: Rest
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Fri: Day 3 – Upper
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Sat: Day 4 – Lower
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Sun: Rest
Alternative Flow:
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Mon: Day 1 – Upper
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Tue: Day 2 – Lower
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Wed: Rest
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Thu: Day 3 – Upper
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Fri: Day 4 – Lower
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Sat: Rest
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Sun: Rest
Extra Tips for Faster Progress
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Slow it down – If dumbbells feel too light, slow the tempo or pause at the top/bottom of each rep for extra tension.
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Reduce rest time – Cut down to 45 seconds between sets to keep intensity high.
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Mix in extra gear – Have ankle weights, an exercise ball, or resistance sliders? Rotate them in to keep your workouts fresh.
Conclusion
This 4-day at-home program is beginner-friendly, glute-focused, and equipment-light , making it ideal if you're training outside the gym. After 6–8 weeks, you should notice stronger lifts, firmer glutes, and improved overall fitness.
Next step: Print out the plan or save it on your phone so you can track sets, reps, and progress each week.
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