Pop quiz! What’s the biggest muscle in your body? That’s right, it’s the gluteus maximus, one of the three glute muscles in ...

The gluteus maximus, commonly referred to as the glutes, is the largest and most powerful muscle group in the body. It is a biological term for the buttocks, which also includes the gluteus ...

And while this movement is useful for supporting the gluteus maximus, it doesn't target the gluteus medius. However, this variation of the exercise does just that. How to do it: ...

Along with your gluteus maximus, research from the Strength and Conditioning journal has shown that squats will target your quads, hamstrings, calves and abdominal muscles.

Why it rocks: This is a golden butt exercise for a reason: It works the gluteus maximus and gluteus medius, says Weissman. Plus, this move is a killer way to improve your stability and train ...

Muscles worked: Gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, hamstrings, calves, and core Why it rocks: This move isolates one side so you can really feel the burn. Working one side allows ...

Your gluteal muscles start at your buttocks and wrap around to the side of your hip. You have three gluteal muscles, which are: gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, and; gluteus maximus. Gluteal tendon ...

And while this movement is useful for supporting the gluteus maximus, it doesn’t target the gluteus medius. However, this variation of the exercise does just that. How to do it : ...

The gluteus maximus enables movement, the medius allows for stability and balance in your hips (it’s the muscle you’ll engage if you’re balancing on one leg), and the minimus stabilizes the ...

Why it works: This exercise strengthens the gluteus maximus and medius of the standing leg for improved stabilization, and also strengthen the glutes of the working leg. How to do it: Stand in ...

At your hips, the IT band connects to the gluteus maximus and gluteus medius. Those muscles work together to move your hips. IT band tightness is common among people who regularly bike, skate, and ...