Posts Tagged ‘hip pain’

Gluteus Maximus Exercise: Training in Multiple Planes

The gluteus maximus is the most powerful hip extensor.  This is important for functional activities performed in one plane such…

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5 of the Best Gluteus Maximus Exercises

The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle of the hip and buttock.  It helps you maintain an erect standing posture…

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Gluteus Medius Exercise: Advanced Progressions

Athletes are required to perform explosive powerful movements during sport.  The hip muscles, including the gluteus medius, help generate and…

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5 Gluteus Medius Exercise Progressions

The primary role of the gluteus medius is to stabilize and control movement of your pelvis during weight bearing activities. …

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Gluteus Medius Exercise: Getting Started

In a previous article, we discussed the importance of the gluteus medius muscle in controlling lower extremity alignment during the…

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How to Squat without Knee Pain

Many people avoid squatting because of knee pain.  However, when done correctly, or with a few easy modifications, just about…

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Youth Ice Hockey Injuries

There are few sports with the same unique physical demands as youth ice hockey.   Brendan Shanahan explained it this way…

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