We're learning how to engage our glutes correctly so we can fire them up for strength and space in our hip joint and spine. Attention is paid to prevent ever gripping in the glutes because that leads to tension, weakness, and pain! We're all about the strong foundation so our future movements hit all the right notes.
Props: a chair or a stool
Up Next in Season 1
-
glorious glutes
An open-level class that works all sides of the glutes to create balance and support for the pelvis, spine, and knees -- essential for creating glutes strength (which we all could use more of). This is a great class to repeat often and as you progress, gradually build up the resistance.
Props: a...
-
abs + glutes // open level
An express class to find a deeper core connection. We'll give a lot of focus on what’s going on with your breath + pelvic floor while building strength in the core, inner thighs, and glutes.
Props: a pillow
-
release the glutes
Using a small ball we'll open + release tightness in our glutes which is causing hip, lower back + leg pain.
Props: a small ball (pinkie, tennis, lacrosse -- although, beware: the harder the ball, the more intense the massage)