Mentors Like Bret Contreras
Bret Contreras is a leading expert in strength and conditioning, known for his contributions to glute training. If you follow Bret Contreras, these are the 24 most similar thought leaders we track, matched by profile similarity and ranked by their Modern Mentor AI credibility rating.

Alex Hormozi
From public sector consultant to fitness entrepreneur, he built a global gym franchise, software company, and investment firm.
Credibility rating: 615/1000

Aaron Horschig
Sports physical therapist, strength coach, and author, famous for founding SquatUniversity.com and "The Squat Bible".
Credibility rating: 377/1000

Dr. Mike Israetel
PhD holder in Sport Physiology, ex-Temple University professor, sports nutrition consultant and competitive athlete.
Credibility rating: 357/1000

Ben Bergeron
Elite CrossFit coach since 2009, owner of CrossFit New England, trained five Games champions.
Credibility rating: 350/1000

Ben Patrick
Ben Patrick — the "Knees Over Toes Guy" — is a fitness coach and founder of ATG (Athletic Truth Group), focused on pain-free, resilient knees and athleticism.
Credibility rating: 281/1000

Kelly Starrett
Kelly Starrett is a physical therapist and bestselling author known for his work in fitness and injury prevention.
Credibility rating: 259/1000

Mark Rippetoe
Renowned author and powerlifter, owned Wichita Falls Athletic Club since '84, Olympic coach, and fitness expert.
Credibility rating: 233/1000

Jim Wendler
Jim Wendler is a renowned strength coach and author known for his 5/3/1 Training Program.
Credibility rating: 218/1000

Will Bulsiewicz MD
Will Bulsiewicz is a gastroenterologist and bestselling author focused on gut health.
Credibility rating: 178/1000

Louie Simmons
Founder of Westside Barbell Club with decades of strength training, helped members set 100+ records, wrote books and holds patents.
Credibility rating: 166/1000

Michael Matthews
Fitness enthusiast offering science-backed advice in his books & through legionathletics.com to help achieve health goals.
Credibility rating: 105/1000

Tim S Grover
Tim S. Grover is a leading authority on athletic excellence and mental toughness.
Credibility rating: 65/1000

Pavel Tsatsouline
Pavel Tsatsouline is a renowned fitness instructor known for popularizing kettlebell training in the West.
Credibility rating: 56/1000

Glen Cordoza
Glen Cordoza is a bestselling author and former professional mixed martial artist.
Credibility rating: 55/1000

Steven Kotler
Steven Kotler is an American author and entrepreneur known for his nonfiction works.
Credibility rating: 50/1000

Frederic Delavier
Frédéric Delavier is an expert in human anatomy and a renowned author in fitness.
Credibility rating: 50/1000

Michael Gundill
Michael Gundill is an author known for his expertise in strength training and fitness.
Credibility rating: 42/1000

Brad Schoenfeld
Passionate fitness author, educator, and trainer dedicated to helping people achieve their fitness goals.
Credibility rating: 39/1000

Benjamin Bikman
Dr. Benjamin Bikman is a researcher and professor focused on insulin resistance and metabolic disorders.
Credibility rating: 38/1000

Austin Current
Austin Current is a fitness coach and educator specializing in strength training and nutrition.
Credibility rating: 37/1000

William J. Kraemer
William J. Kraemer is a prominent professor in kinesiology and an expert in strength training.
Credibility rating: 37/1000

Adam Bornstein
Adam Bornstein is a best-selling author and influential fitness journalist.
Credibility rating: 36/1000

Christine Bald
Christine Bald is a freelance writer specializing in the CrossFit space.
Credibility rating: 31/1000

Christle Guevarra
Christle Guevarra is an author known for her work in fitness, particularly bodybuilding.
Credibility rating: 2/1000
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