It’s a rather cheeky nickname but “dead butt syndrome” is a real thing. And it can cause real problems. No ifs, ands or buts about that. “Dead butt syndrome” is the nickname for gluteal amnesia. Your ...

A Loughborough University study examining the muscle size of elite sprinters has revealed a large gluteus maximus (the muscle that forms the backside) is key to achieving top speeds on the track. Rob ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, a mind-body coach in professional sports, and the author of “Practical Solutions for ...

The glute bridge exercise engages your glute, thigh, and core muscles. Doing it differently every time keeps it fun and helps you work multiple muscles. Pressing through the toes and heels, and using ...

Often referred to as your body's "powerhouses," your glutes (a.k.a. the muscles that make up your booty) help you do pretty much everything from strolling around to squats. But thanks to desk jobs and ...

If you’re serious about strengthening your glutes and back, you’ll want to include glute bridges in your exercise rotation. A glute bridge is where you lie on your back, plant both feet on the floor, ...

Chances are, you’ve heard how sitting all day is bad for your heart (and waistline). Turns out, sitting also causes big problems for your butt. While gluteal amnesia may sound like a spell that Harry ...

Your glutes — the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus — form the largest muscle group in your body. They play a key role in walking, running, and jumping. To build bigger glutes through hypertrophy ...

What if we told you your glutes weren't only the foundation of a healthier set of legs but also part of having a strong, functional core? That's right: as important hip-stabilizer muscles, your glutes ...

Activating your glutes is one of those workout terms that's often said, but rarely explained (similar to engaging your core!). But glute activation, or firing up your glute muscles, is super important ...