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Release Your Glutes and Rotators with the Foam Roller

Using the foam roller is a great way to release all three gluteal muscles and deep lateral rotators of the hip such as the piriformis. Here’s how.

Work Your Hip Stabilizers to Find Pain Relief and Increased Mobility

By Sarah Stockett

I broke my neck June 30, 2017. When I started physical therapy, my main goal was to get rid of the dull, constant pain that I felt and improve my range of motion. I was surprised to learn that if you work your hip stabilizers, you can find pain relief and increased mobility.

Challenge Hip Stabilizers with Revolved Half Moon Pose

By Sarah Stockett

Revolved half moon pose, also known as Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana, is a great way to challenge your stabilizers in your hips and receive the benefits of spinal rotation. Since you’re balancing on one leg and then twisting into the stabilizing hip, there is a lot of muscle work happening.

Your Gluteus Minimus and How to Keep It Healthy

By Sarah Stockett

The gluteus minimus is the deepest and smallest of the 3 gluteal muscles, which also include gluteus maximus and gluteus medius. Mainly, it stabilizes the hip.