Making a Glute Routine

I’m a complete beginner at the gym. The only psychical exercise I do is cardio, running long distances. I’m looking to grow my glutes and I know I’m over complicating things. I just need a step in the right direction, mostly looking to grow my Maximus and medius to achieve a wider shelf look. I feel like my routine (pasted below) is excessive, as many people say to not overdo glutes. Tips would be helpful. Lmk if u have questions I can clear up

Monday (Gym):
-Walk/Run 1 Mile
-Leg Extension
-Side Planks w/ Step Up’s (2x12 each side)
-Sumo Squats (3x12)
-RDL’s (3x12)
-Bulgarian Split Squat (3x12)

Tuesday (Home): No weights except step ups
-Walk 1 Mile
Step Up’s (3x12)
Side Planks w/ Step Up’s (2x12 each side)
Donkey Kicks (4x12)

Wednesday (Gym):
Walk/Run 1 Mile
RDL’s (3x12)
Bulgarian Split Squats (3x12)
Hip Thrust + Pulses (3x12)
Treadmill Cooldown (0.5mile)

Thursday (Home): No Weights except step ups
Walk 1 Mile
Fire Hydrants (4x12)
Step Up’s (3x12)
Squats (4x12)
Bridges (4x12)
Donkey Kick (3x12)

Friday (Gym):
Walk/Run 1 Mile
Leg Extensions
Side Planks w/ Step Up’s (2x12 each side)
RDL’s (3x12)
Bulgarian Split Squats (3x12)
Sumo Squats (3x12)

Sat (Home): No weights except step ups
Walk 1 Mile
Fire Hydrants (4x12)
Step Ups (3x12)
Squats (4x12)
Bridges (4x12)
Donkey Kicks (4x12)

Sunday:
Rest

Posted Jul 25, 2026, 11:40 PM UTC

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