International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Corrective Exercise Practice Test

The purpose of placing fingertips against the right glute during a right-legged hip thrust is to increase the mind-muscle link to the right glute. This technique allows the individual to focus on engaging the targeted muscle more effectively during the movement. By making physical contact with the muscle, it enhances the awareness of the glute's activation, which can lead to more effective contraction and better overall performance of the hip thrust. Developing a strong mind-muscle connection is particularly important in corrective exercise practices, as it helps ensure that the intended muscles are being worked properly and reduces the risk of compensation from other muscle groups.

For other techniques or factors at play, like stability or preventing lower back strain, while these may be valid concerns during the execution of hip thrusts, they do not specifically pertain to the action of placing fingertips on the glute. Thus, they do not convey the primary purpose of enhancing the focus on muscle activation in this context.