Strengthening the gluteus medius using various bodyweight and resistance exercises

Authors/Creators

Petr Stastny
James J. Tufano, Edith Cowan UniversityFollow
Artr Golas
Miroslav Petr

Abstract

The gluteus medius (gmed) is an important muscle and, if weak, can cause knee, hip, or lower-back pathologies. This article reviews methods of gmed strength assessment, provides exercises that target the gmed based on electromyography, presents how to implement gmed strengthening in heavy resistance training programs, and explains the importance of including these exercises in these programs. © 2016 national strength and conditioning association.

Document Type

Journal Article

Date of Publication

2016

Publisher

Lippincott Williams and Wilkins

School

School of Exercise and Health Sciences

RAS ID

24470

Comments

Stastny, Petr (06.2016). "Strengthening the Gluteus Medius Using Various Bodyweight and Resistance Exercises". Strength and conditioning journal (1524-1602), 38 (3), p. 91–101. Available here

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