The Glorious Glutes … Don’t Neglect ‘Em!
The glute is the most powerful muscle in the body. Ya, no lie!
We may not think of it in that light, because it's just kinda there behind us, under the radar.
Trust me though, the glute (or the butt as I like to call it) is doing work. It acts as a support system for the entire body and plays a major role in all power and explosive movements.
It's also known as the 'sleeping giant' because it is severely under activated in most of our everyday lives - especially those of us who work long hours at a computer or desk.
There are three muscles that make up the gluteal muscle:
1) Gluteus Maximus
Primer for hip extension
Strong external hip rotator
Stabilizes hip, knee, SI Joint & Lumber Spine
2) Gluteus Medius
Primary for hip abductor
Stabilizes hip, femur, pelvis
Crucial for runners; prevents knee from caving in
3) Gluteus Minimus
Helps with stabilization
BEWARE OF GLUTEAL AMNESIA
Gluteal amnesia happens when your butt forgets how to activate properly, typically from underuse (i.e. sitting all day). It often won't cause you pain itself, necessarily, but over time if left untreated it could contribute to other pains and strains.
HOW DO YOU KNOW? A FEW KEY INDICATORS:
It's difficult to feel or activate your glutes during lower body movements.
You have anterior pelvic tilt (the glutes are not pulling your pelvis into neutral position.
Flat butt syndrome (from sitting too much)
Gluteal amnesia is reversible. Basically, it's all about working your butt off. And our 14-day 360° program is the perfect way for new clients to get started!
#TrainForLiFE
Patrick McDermott
PPSC*KB, PPSC*Programming, PPSC*Mobility
Functional Elements Training & Nutrition
