Your Glutes Are YOUR Key To A Strong Back
Having a strong core to protect your spine involves more than just doing sit-ups and knee raises.
That's not enough.
You need to build a supporting structure around your spine that can handle loads and endure for an extended period.
Some key things you can do to avoid continual back soreness include:
Specific glute-targeted exercises: bridges, hip thrusts, single-leg work.
Carries: front, farmer, awkward, long, short, heavy.
Deadlifts: done correctly, they can significantly improve your core.
But why focus on the glutes specifically?
1. Hip Extension: The glutes help you straighten your hip joint when you stand up, walk, or lift things.
2. Pelvic Stability: Your glutes also help keep your pelvis steady and in the right position.
3. Lower Back Support: Glute max in particular supports your lower spine. Glute max guides your lumbar curve.
4. Load Distribution: When you pick up heavy stuff, your glutes help spread the weight.
5. Shock Absorption: When you run or jump, your glutes act like shock absorbers. They soak up the impact forces.
6. Improved Posture: If your glutes are weak, it can mess up how you stand and sit.
In a nutshell, having strong and well-working glutes is like having bodyguards for your spine.
Doing exercises that target your glutes during your workouts can help keep your spine safe and make your whole body healthier.
Get the form right.
Then add some weight.
Then add the intensity.
Then get a strong back and core that can take whatever you throw at it, including a weekend warrior gardening mission.
And, as always…
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