I completed the banded side step exercise yesterday. A couple hours later I experience significant pain in the left hip. Everything else went great. A reminder for those of you who are older, I'm in my 70s, take it slow and listen to your body.
Ouch! Thanks for trying it out. Back off on the resistance and amount of time spent with that exericse next time. Keep us posted on your progress :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Your videos are so detailed and informative. I really appreciate the careful attention to describing the related muscle groups and breakdown of the exercise movements. Thank you for taking the time to teach us.
Thank you. Your clear, concise explanations penetrated my thick skull. :-) I can see now how my weak gluteus mediuses are at the root of several problems, all caused by long distance rmotorcycling interspersed with being a desk jockey. One of the mysteries of teaching is understanding that students cannot perceive things that seem obvious to a seasoned practitioner. You've been paying attention to feedback from check-ins, and this is making you a better coach. I hope you & yours enjoy a loving holiday season.
I have been trying out these movements for the past four sessions I have done weight training and let me tell you WHAT A DIFFERENCE. Inactive glute medius and hip pain has been the bane of my existence stopping me progressing in running. After only four sessions of doing these movement patterns, the pain has gone and in addition if it comes back after a particularly long run (because I am still working on my cadence and over striding), these movements bring me back quickly. Especially effective for me was the leg back for Side lying hip abduction, especially with a band.And the midline muscle activation hinge and lunge. I will definitely be continuing to do these and in addition have just added the Myrtl routine for tight hip flexors. Thank you for providing the information to actually help me do wha to want to do - which is to run pain free
Thanks so much for that! We love hearing from our followers and appreciate you taking the time to let us know how you feel. Keep us posted on your progress and let us know if you need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Way to go, I'm 61 and getting over a groin injury, just awful! Butts rule our bods, just like they rule the planet! I like your vid, I notice the diff when holding something heavy and moving, love from Montreal!
Great video mate. It’s refreshing to see someone skilled at dealing with relative complex subjects, in such an easy to understand manner. Plus a fresh approach to glute training
I had a great deal of problems initially doing the first exercise as the TFL was trying to take over (and it's very sore!). I tried a couple of times and came out of it, the third time was a charm and got into the glute med finally. This is a great set of exercises and I hope it will help resolve my current issues. I feel like I've been playing Whac-A-Mole for over a year - thanks for the excellent videos!
@@PrecisionMovementCoach day three and starting to see some improvement but I think I need a more structured approach so I'm going to do the Hip Pain Solution!
2 yrs after breaking my neck of femur needing hip replacement , i was in pain even though i had uk nhs physio, it did not go far enough in my opinion, went to gym and had help from the manageress, think i am on the mend. thanks for posting.
What a journey. We are so happy that you made your way to us. Thanks for stopping by and let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Im 36 and never had a pain that didn’t go away over time. For months now I’ve thought my hip has been the problem but the opening of this video hits the nail on the head and tells me it’s my gluteus medius. The pain has gone down to my outside lower knee area and into my shin area. Laying in bed and moving in the mornings is almost unbearable and no position relieves the pain. I’m going to see a orthopedic doctor in a week but until then I hope these stretches help
Your knowledge-sharing is a gem. I've been powerlifting for 19 years, and I have recurring gluteal tendinopathy. I've seen doctors, done PT, and researched on my own; only for the expert to be off the mark (they seem to be parroting just textbook content). In particular, the midline lunge has been a game-changer. 99% of banded lunge examples advocate for abduction of target leg. Even now, you won't find much advocacy let alone an explanation of the adduction approach. Nevertheless, since my recent recurrence of gluteal tendinopathy, I've been practicing the midline lunge -- and it has become my secret sauce. It seems to target not only the direct area of the injury -- but it also activates the surrounding tissue in a way that "feels right." Physiologically, I'm still unsure how it activates the whole lateral side so much, but it works. My deep high-bar squat is back up to almost 100%, with only minimal, residual tendinopathy symptoms. Going forward, I will keep performing this exercise as prehab and hopefully fend off any tendinopathy recurrence. I've already been doing the side-lying leg raise (but only after much previous trial and error and luckily stumbling upon another expert's recommendation), but your tip of bringing the leg further back to de-emphasize the TFL is a key learning. Thank you again. Btw, already commented on your biceps tendinitis video (another injury I'm dealing with). It's incredible that I'm finding more value in your videos than my visits with sports doctors and PTs that I've paid thousands for.
Hi and thanks so much for sharing your story. We really appreciate you trusting us to guide your efforts. Hopefully, others read your comment and are inspired to take action. Let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
You’re the best on UA-cam. I was in a bad car accident this summer that required hip surgery (femur specifically). I still have a lack of hip external rotation on the injured side. I’d love to see your ideas for improving that range!
Thanks for following along! The ROM Coach app assessment and recommended routines can help you to restore any lost range of motion: www.precisionmovement.coach/rom-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Ya I've been babying my back a tad then got frozen hip, ouch! Keep at it, just lovely to unhindge and get back, it still locks, snaps but not painful, very inconvenient.
Thank you for the great content! What you say briefly about controlling the ‘ecconentric’ portion of the lying hip abduction exercise echoes my recent discovery of Clinical Somatic Education: restoring voluntary muscle control and relieving chronic muscle tension by lengthening the muscle slowly under tension back to its resting state.
I love your UA-cam videos and Android App. They helped me alot with Neck pain and arched upper Back. Lately, I developed a weak gluteus Medius and had severe lower back due to it. Again, your videos were invaluable. I hope to see the app available on Google Tv some day. Big thanks :)
I sure appreciate all your informative videos Coach E-I’ve been a very active person for most of my life, learning through trial & error what worked to try to keep muscle groups strong, activated and flexible-after hip replacement this year (due to other issues of severe osteoarthritis) came across your amazing videos as I rehabilitated-so so helpful for recovery, thank you for your gift of teaching healthy body movement! It’s helped very much-I keep checking back 👍🥰
This is just what i needed. I have fixed many of my hip problems by myself but i didnt know what to do with my tfl. Now i will start working on these exercises. 🤗🤗🤗🤗
The description of the correlation between gluteus medium, tfl, it band, knee & arch seems to be exactly the problems I'm having and hasn't been resolved even after A LOT of physical therapy. I now think that my glute medius has been inactive for a long time from long hours at a desk job. Thank you for this. Some of the comments seem to indicate that strengthening the glute medius can take many months or even a year. Is that pretty typical?
You are welcome and it's hard to say how long it will take you to strengthen the appropriate muscles as everyone is a little different. - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you for such a great video. I have my glute medius thicker and hyperactive (probably compensating for some other muscle) on the right side also balancing on the same side leg is not very good.
Not okay to do this while we have piriformis syndrome right? Work through creating deeper hip pockets and getting out of that pain first? Thank you Coach E. Hurting a lot over here. Just found you guys
@@PrecisionMovementCoachAll muscles?? Which ones exactly? I read that you need to strengthen the gluteal muscles and large muscles of the legs. Is that so?
Have a question, are these good exercises to do when there is bad knee degenerative arthritis? Orthopedic doctor said muscle and tendons are great around the knee. So if doing these exercises, will it cause more knee pain?
Here you go: www.youtube.com/@PrecisionMovementCoach/search?query=hips www.youtube.com/@PrecisionMovementCoach/search?query=groin :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Can you please tell me why I feel tension in my right glute and pain running down the front of the leg and my knee is turning inward and what I can do about it - maybe you've already done a video on this. I've been searching the net for many weeks to try to find an explanation
Hi and thanks for asking. It's hard to say from our vantage point but the Hip Pain Solution program can help you to figure out the root causes of your issue and help you address them. It's very comprehensive and progressive: www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt Let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thanks I’m going to try these. My gluts cramped hard the other day after sitting on the floor at a weird angle to assemble a new desk and now something is off and I can’t bend over, sit, or even sleep without pain.
Thank you so much for your amazing videos!! I know this one is older and maybe you won’t see my message, but I am wondering why I am getting a really strong burning pain when doing the sideline hip abduction? I’ve been dealing with patellafemoral pain and the workouts are now causing my hamstring to hurt again (I think I tore it years ago during my beginner training years). Please any advice would be SUPER appreciated!
You are welcome and thanks for watching. It's hard to say why that exercise is causing pain. The Hip Pain Solution program contains the framework to help you to figure it out: www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I am scouring the internet to figure out how to help myself. Had an MRI, and doctors are only throwing meds at me, currently oral steroids. I have herniated disks, but my sciatica is not running in the back of my leg but in front of my thigh, skipping the knee, and down to the shin. I don't have pain in my back only above buttock. The pain is centralized at the sciatic notch in my right buttock, and is unrelenting. Sitting is relief. Standing and lying down is hell. Cannot walk. Seven weeks. So, when I did the side line abduction, it hurts a lot, and reproduced the pain. What does it mean?
This speaks to me! I starten getting pain in what seems to be my left IT band when I startet running with my dog and wore a belt that tightend around my hips. I will start doing these exercises. But I wonder if you have any information about the effect of stretching the outside of the thigh? I often sit crosslegged but I am concerned that this might make it worse... Should I avoid stretching? Understand if you don't have the time ti reply :) Regards from Norway
We are so happy that it speaks to you. There is not need for you to stretch ever again. Try out the exercises and keep us posted on your progress :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you so much for this information. I fell on my tailbone and it’s fractured. I would like to know if there is any other exercises that you would recommend for a fractured tailbone. Everything that you’re showing has helped me a lot. I feel like my left leg has become weaker since the fall, as well as anytime I step out on a sagittal plane it’s become extremely weak. For my right side moving my leg in the frontal plane has become weaker. Also, causing my knee to cave-in which means week gluteus minimus. And they also have noticed my toes on my right foot to them or externally rotated, which would be the second and third toe from the big toe. That I know has to do with a spinal cord being fractured. What are your suggestions of exercises to do?
Thanks for writing to us and for trying out the exercises. The Low Back Pain Solution can compliment and work you are already doing for your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/low-back-pain-solution/ Make sure you are cleared for such activitiy by your primary care physician. Check it out and let us know if you have any more quesitons :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you now I understand why my tfl is always tight and doesn’t allow my glutes to activate . A mri shows I have torn glute medius and minimus tendon. Would these exercises be ok for me?
You are welcome and thanks for trying it out. Based on what you have written, the Hip Pain Solution program is the best place to start. It contains and Acute Pain phase that was designed for people like you. It is a very comprehensive and progressive plan that will help you to address multiple root causes of your issue: www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know how it goes :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you for your videos. Trying to find help locally usually turns into a circus, so much appreciated. Any advice for right side outer abdominal pain, when doing the first exercise for the left gluteus medius? It almost feels like my QL is beyond tight and stretching to the point of pain.. so i have to back off on the first hip abduction exercise.. TY!! TY!!
You are welcome and thanks for watching. It's hard to say exactly why you are experiencing that abdominal pain. However, the Foundation for Movement Longevity program can help you to assess and address the root cause. Check it out here: www.precisionmovement.coach/foundation-for-movement-longevity-yt Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I actually have Varus knee, and patellar misalignment to the outside of my knee. My feet also have increased pressure on the outsides. Would this routine help me? Also, do you have a video of any complimentary stretches that I can do with this?
This video is a good start and check these out for more ideas: www.youtube.com/@PrecisionMovementCoach/search?query=knee Don't let the titles of the videos distract you. I encourage you to go through each one and try out all of the exercises. Let us know how it goes :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Ouch! That is too long. Do not do any exercise that doesn't feel good. Back off on the intensity and amount if necessary. Moving slower and smaller will also help. Also, consider doing the Hip Pain Solution program. It would be best to have something more comprehensive and progressive than our free content. You can read about it in the video description. Let us know if you need any more advice :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Hi! Thanks for watching and commenting. Let us know if you need any terms defined and we'll happily assist. Let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank You. I have been reviewing the TFL solution with renewed pain in the front of my hip. This exercise makes so much sense for strengthening and stabilizing the whole hip region, especially for balance. I'm going to add this in right away.
2 - 3 times weekly is sufficient. Try for at least 4 weeks and let us know how it goes. We look forward to reading about your progress :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
My body is very screwed up , esp from side to side. Both sides weak, but differently causing one side to have a functionally shorter leg. I like this first exercise. I’ve done it before, however, everytime I begin to lift my leg upward I feel it in my lower lumbar almost to my last rib. I’m pretty sure it’s b/c of my also weak ql/erectors. I roll forward a little while doing. I don’t let my hip roll backwards. Should I start out not raising it as high? Or is this due to the tfl or another muscle? Thank you
Hi and thanks for writing to us. Try not raising it as high and work in that range for a while. You will improve with time and practice :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
A question please - if my left leg has become shorter than my right (carrying babies on left hip over the years, sports like squash, falls …), would that affect the glute medius?
When you mention “knee valgus or internal rotation of the knee” at 1:35 …which happens to Me on the right hip, should I strengthen the left glute medius to rectify this imbalance? Thank you in advance
Also, yes. It's a good idea to work on both sides but spend a little more time on the weaker one. Keep us posted on your progress :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Great question. First, seek the advice of your primary healthcare practitioner anytime anything is torn. Next, they are likely safe and do not cause more pain. Make modifications if necessary (e.g. moving slower and smaller). Then, check out the Hip Pain Solution program in the video description. It is far more comprehensive and progressive than our free content. Let us know if that helps or if you need more assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I have this pain, Can I do swimming with it or it will cause more harm? I already attended my first swimming class and it was good except that I felt strain on the GLUTEUS Medius muscle after each stroke (not while doing it) , Do you recommend me to continue? I really enjoyed my first workout!
Swimming is safe as long as it doesn't cause pain. Strain sounds normal especially if you are just getting started. Keep us posted on your progress and let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Nope. It may actually have the reverse effect. That machine has a time and place (e.g. certain rehab applications) but it likely is not appropriate for you. Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
@@PrecisionMovementCoach Thanks for the prompt response Coach! I think I got the names mixed up and actually meant the abductor machine (the one where you OPEN your legs, as opposed to close them), not adductor. The one that is meant to train gluteus medius. I hope that one's okay. If that's not good, are the weighted hip thrusts still good? Thanks!
@@CptDangernoodle the same logic applies to that machines. Applying loading forces to isolated movements while seated can have negative long-term consequences. Hip thrusts are primarily used to enhance glute max hypertrophy. This also has a time and place and may not be appropriate for everyone. - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I have a question, i hope someone here can help! I have a damaged meniscus on my left side. On this same side, my TFL muscle is significantly larger than my right side. Is there a way I can strengthen my opposite sides tfl to help balance out my over working left side ?
Yes! We've got some great comprehensive and progressive content for you: www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt The combination of these programs will help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues once and for all. Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Nope. Try it out but stop if it causes pain. Also, consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I’ve been to 6 doctors in last 2 years have tried everything, my left glute medius kills standing and walking , these exercises make me even worse , any ideas anyone ? Again I’ve tried so many things
Hi! We are here for you. It's likely that you need more gentle exercises. The Hip Pain Solution program contains and Acute Pain phase designed for people like you. Read more about it in the video description :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I can't turn off my TFL in the first exercise 100%. I can feel the glutes working, but also the TFL which is firing hard. Any advice or are they both suppose to be working hard?
When I do this I feel my left side of chest muscle are also hurting and get under pressure while doing this and have tearing sensation the whole day there why is it that whay can I do to get rid of it . thankyou
Hi, and thanks for sharing. It's likely due to the way in which you are using those muscles. Try again but adjust your body position accordingly. Let us know how it goes :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Just wondering, when I do the lateral abduction exercise, I still can't seem to get my glut med. to fire. It's all TFL. I've tried to internally rotate my foot to emphasize the glute. Still TFL. Wondering what I'm doing wrong. Thanks for the videos!
Hi! Thanks for stopping by and trying it out. You are likely not doing anything wrong but need more time and practice with the content. Do the exercises 2 - 3 times weekly for the next 4 weeks and you will notice changes. Keep us posted on your progress :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
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I completed the banded side step exercise yesterday. A couple hours later I experience significant pain in the left hip. Everything else went great. A reminder for those of you who are older, I'm in my 70s, take it slow and listen to your body.
Ouch!
Thanks for trying it out. Back off on the resistance and amount of time spent with that exericse next time.
Keep us posted on your progress :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
WOW. Just did this routine just ONCE, and pain of over three months in the upper front hips GONE. HELLO?. You are amazing. Thank you soooooo much.
You're so welcome!
Congrats
are you did every day ??
SURE!!
Stop lying
This is perfect! I have MS and my GLUTEUS Medius is degenerating making walking so difficult.
Your videos are so detailed and informative. I really appreciate the careful attention to describing the related muscle groups and breakdown of the exercise movements. Thank you for taking the time to teach us.
It is our pleasure and thanks so much for sharing your thoughts :)
Thank you. Your clear, concise explanations penetrated my thick skull. :-) I can see now how my weak gluteus mediuses are at the root of several problems, all caused by long distance rmotorcycling interspersed with being a desk jockey. One of the mysteries of teaching is understanding that students cannot perceive things that seem obvious to a seasoned practitioner. You've been paying attention to feedback from check-ins, and this is making you a better coach. I hope you & yours enjoy a loving holiday season.
Thanks for your continued support!
Saved my PCT prep - thanks!
I have been trying out these movements for the past four sessions I have done weight training and let me tell you WHAT A DIFFERENCE. Inactive glute medius and hip pain has been the bane of my existence stopping me progressing in running. After only four sessions of doing these movement patterns, the pain has gone and in addition if it comes back after a particularly long run (because I am still working on my cadence and over striding), these movements bring me back quickly. Especially effective for me was the leg back for Side lying hip abduction, especially with a band.And
the midline muscle activation hinge and lunge. I will definitely be continuing to do these and in addition have just added the Myrtl routine for tight hip flexors. Thank you for providing the information to actually help me do wha to want to do - which is to run pain free
Thanks so much for that!
We love hearing from our followers and appreciate you taking the time to let us know how you feel.
Keep us posted on your progress and let us know if you need more advice or assistance :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Side lying abduction 4:15
Banded side step 5:14
Midline muscle hinge 7:37
Midline muscle lunge 10:40
:)
Way to go, I'm 61 and getting over a groin injury, just awful! Butts rule our bods, just like they rule the planet! I like your vid, I notice the diff when holding something heavy and moving, love from Montreal!
Thanks for following along :)
Great video mate. It’s refreshing to see someone skilled at dealing with relative complex subjects, in such an easy to understand manner. Plus a fresh approach to glute training
Yes!
Thanks so much for that.
We really appreciate you stopping by :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
I had a great deal of problems initially doing the first exercise as the TFL was trying to take over (and it's very sore!). I tried a couple of times and came out of it, the third time was a charm and got into the glute med finally. This is a great set of exercises and I hope it will help resolve my current issues. I feel like I've been playing Whac-A-Mole for over a year - thanks for the excellent videos!
Nice work!
@@PrecisionMovementCoach day three and starting to see some improvement but I think I need a more structured approach so I'm going to do the Hip Pain Solution!
@@sharonledwell6807 Good stuff! - Coach Joshua, Team PM
How have you been ?
2 yrs after breaking my neck of femur needing hip replacement , i was in pain even though i had uk nhs physio, it did not go far enough in my opinion, went to gym and had help from the manageress, think i am on the mend. thanks for posting.
What a journey.
We are so happy that you made your way to us.
Thanks for stopping by and let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Im 36 and never had a pain that didn’t go away over time. For months now I’ve thought my hip has been the problem but the opening of this video hits the nail on the head and tells me it’s my gluteus medius. The pain has gone down to my outside lower knee area and into my shin area. Laying in bed and moving in the mornings is almost unbearable and no position relieves the pain. I’m going to see a orthopedic doctor in a week but until then I hope these stretches help
Sorry for the late reply.
How are you doing now?
Thanks for trying it out and talk to you soon :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you for this! The exercises and analysis really help my TFL & IT Band issue.
Awesome :)
Your knowledge-sharing is a gem. I've been powerlifting for 19 years, and I have recurring gluteal tendinopathy. I've seen doctors, done PT, and researched on my own; only for the expert to be off the mark (they seem to be parroting just textbook content).
In particular, the midline lunge has been a game-changer. 99% of banded lunge examples advocate for abduction of target leg. Even now, you won't find much advocacy let alone an explanation of the adduction approach. Nevertheless, since my recent recurrence of gluteal tendinopathy, I've been practicing the midline lunge -- and it has become my secret sauce. It seems to target not only the direct area of the injury -- but it also activates the surrounding tissue in a way that "feels right." Physiologically, I'm still unsure how it activates the whole lateral side so much, but it works. My deep high-bar squat is back up to almost 100%, with only minimal, residual tendinopathy symptoms. Going forward, I will keep performing this exercise as prehab and hopefully fend off any tendinopathy recurrence.
I've already been doing the side-lying leg raise (but only after much previous trial and error and luckily stumbling upon another expert's recommendation), but your tip of bringing the leg further back to de-emphasize the TFL is a key learning.
Thank you again. Btw, already commented on your biceps tendinitis video (another injury I'm dealing with). It's incredible that I'm finding more value in your videos than my visits with sports doctors and PTs that I've paid thousands for.
Hi and thanks so much for sharing your story.
We really appreciate you trusting us to guide your efforts.
Hopefully, others read your comment and are inspired to take action.
Let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
I wasn't sure if this was even the right muscle.
I followed, did only 3 and I AM FEELING RELIEF! I will be back tomorrow.
Thanks ❤.
Awesome!
Let us know more details :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
You’re the best on UA-cam. I was in a bad car accident this summer that required hip surgery (femur specifically). I still have a lack of hip external rotation on the injured side. I’d love to see your ideas for improving that range!
Thanks for following along!
The ROM Coach app assessment and recommended routines can help you to restore any lost range of motion:
www.precisionmovement.coach/rom-yt
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Pmann - check this vid: ua-cam.com/video/6K5k5o_8kyQ/v-deo.html
- Coach E
Ya I've been babying my back a tad then got frozen hip, ouch! Keep at it, just lovely to unhindge and get back, it still locks, snaps but not painful, very inconvenient.
Thank you for the great content! What you say briefly about controlling the ‘ecconentric’ portion of the lying hip abduction exercise echoes my recent discovery of Clinical Somatic Education: restoring voluntary muscle control and relieving chronic muscle tension by lengthening the muscle slowly under tension back to its resting state.
Cool!
Thanks!, this is really useful for track athletes, especially for sprinters
So true!
Thanks for the comment :)
Top notch video. The standing flute medius exercise was a game changer
Thanks for trying it out!
I love your UA-cam videos and Android App. They helped me alot with Neck pain and arched upper Back. Lately, I developed a weak gluteus Medius and had severe lower back due to it. Again, your videos were invaluable. I hope to see the app available on Google Tv some day. Big thanks :)
You are welcome!
I sure appreciate all your informative videos Coach E-I’ve been a very active person for most of my life, learning through trial & error what worked to try to keep muscle groups strong, activated and flexible-after hip replacement this year (due to other issues of severe osteoarthritis) came across your amazing videos as I rehabilitated-so so helpful for recovery, thank you for your gift of teaching healthy body movement! It’s helped very much-I keep checking back 👍🥰
You are welcome and thanks for following along :)
Awesome instructions,always so effective to improve my mobility & movements.Thank you coach Eric!
You're welcome!
Wow those last three really woke up my glutes. Thank you
Great job!
I'm suffering from an overactive tfl post hip replacement surgery. This vid is very helpful. 🎯
You're welcome!
Hi has your overactive healed and if yes what exercises would you recommend?😢
This is just what i needed. I have fixed many of my hip problems by myself but i didnt know what to do with my tfl. Now i will start working on these exercises. 🤗🤗🤗🤗
Keep us posted on your progress :)
@@PrecisionMovementCoach many thanks
Infinite Thanks for Educating the world 🌎🌍 Blessings to you all Amen 🕉️ Ps You should be a Teacher in University or College in my opinion 🕉️
Thanks!
Thanks Eric, you’re the best. ❤
Awww thanks :)
Thank you so much for your clear explanations and effective strengthening exercises. 👍
You are welcome!
The description of the correlation between gluteus medium, tfl, it band, knee & arch seems to be exactly the problems I'm having and hasn't been resolved even after A LOT of physical therapy. I now think that my glute medius has been inactive for a long time from long hours at a desk job. Thank you for this. Some of the comments seem to indicate that strengthening the glute medius can take many months or even a year. Is that pretty typical?
You are welcome and it's hard to say how long it will take you to strengthen the appropriate muscles as everyone is a little different.
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
@@PrecisionMovementCoach Ok, thanks!
Thank you for this video and looking forward to applying it to my clients workouts.
You are welcome!
brilliant, thank you! as i am challenged with THR these will help balance my my
muscles
You got this!
wow this is a great video. very clear and concise in your advice. thank you very much, i will certainly try these as i wake up with hip pain a lot!!
Wonderful!
Keep us posted on your progress :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you for such a great video. I have my glute medius thicker and hyperactive (probably compensating for some other muscle) on the right side also balancing on the same side leg is not very good.
You are welcome!
Very good result.Thank you so much.
You are welcome!
Great video. I’ll be doing all these from now on!
Excellent :)
Not okay to do this while we have piriformis syndrome right? Work through creating deeper hip pockets and getting out of that pain first? Thank you Coach E. Hurting a lot over here. Just found you guys
Try this first:
ua-cam.com/video/yBRSQB0Xyb0/v-deo.html
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thanks! I really love your educational exercises. It helps.
Happy to hear that!
ya, ths is GREAT. thanks a lot...after 1 workout I can feel how I needed this!
Great to hear!
Thanks for trying it out and letting us know.
Keep us posted on your progress :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Brilliant video, thanks Eric. How often should I do these? As much as possible?
Thanks for that!
2 - 3 times weekly is sufficient.
Keep us posted on your progress :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Great video, thanks!
You're welcome and thanks for following along!
wow this is something. you have quality content
please tell me which muscles need to be strengthened after a long sedentary lifestyle
All of them
@@PrecisionMovementCoachAll muscles?? Which ones exactly? I read that you need to strengthen the gluteal muscles and large muscles of the legs. Is that so?
Yes along with all of the others :)
So what would be the routine to strengthen that muscle for example how many times a week should i do these 4 exercises and for how many weeks please ?
Try out these exercises 2 - 3 times per week for at least 4 weeks :)
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Have a question, are these good exercises to do when there is bad knee degenerative arthritis? Orthopedic doctor said muscle and tendons are great around the knee. So if doing these exercises, will it cause more knee pain?
These exercises should be safe and also check these out:
www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-arthritis-exercises/
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@@PrecisionMovementCoach This great. Thank you very much
Thanks for this amazing video! Helped out a lot!! ❤
Glad it helped!
Excellent video!
Thank you! Cheers!
Plz make video for flat dead glutes, because of which problems like pelvic ,back nd hip pain.and also exercise for groin pain..thnkyou so much .
Here you go:
www.youtube.com/@PrecisionMovementCoach/search?query=hips
www.youtube.com/@PrecisionMovementCoach/search?query=groin
:)
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Can you please tell me why I feel tension in my right glute and pain running down the front of the leg and my knee is turning inward and what I can do about it - maybe you've already done a video on this. I've been searching the net for many weeks to try to find an explanation
Hi and thanks for asking.
It's hard to say from our vantage point but the Hip Pain Solution program can help you to figure out the root causes of your issue and help you address them. It's very comprehensive and progressive:
www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt
Let us know what you think :)
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Thanks I’m going to try these. My gluts cramped hard the other day after sitting on the floor at a weird angle to assemble a new desk and now something is off and I can’t bend over, sit, or even sleep without pain.
Thanks for trying it out :)
Thank you very useful excise.
You're welcome!
Great info!! Thank you!
You're welcome!
This video is so good. ❤
Clag that you think so :)
Thanks for the great advice!❤
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for this!
Can we do it everyday?
You are welcome and 2 - 3 times weekly is sufficient :)
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so professional
Thanks for that :)
Damn you juist pinpointed my main problem in life...trigger points in glut medius and SORE tfl......will try this from tomorrow!
Thanks for trying :)
Thanks for this very nice video. I experience tension/pain in the side of the knee when lifting the legs in side-lying hip abduction. Is that normal?
That is not normal and we hope that you try these out next:
ua-cam.com/video/UnP2HFcr7FY/v-deo.html
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@@PrecisionMovementCoach Thanks
Thank you so much for your amazing videos!! I know this one is older and maybe you won’t see my message, but I am wondering why I am getting a really strong burning pain when doing the sideline hip abduction? I’ve been dealing with patellafemoral pain and the workouts are now causing my hamstring to hurt again (I think I tore it years ago during my beginner training years). Please any advice would be SUPER appreciated!
You are welcome and thanks for watching.
It's hard to say why that exercise is causing pain. The Hip Pain Solution program contains the framework to help you to figure it out:
www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt
Let us know if you have any more questions :)
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GREATEST!!!
:)
I am scouring the internet to figure out how to help myself. Had an MRI, and doctors are only throwing meds at me, currently oral steroids. I have herniated disks, but my sciatica is not running in the back of my leg but in front of my thigh, skipping the knee, and down to the shin. I don't have pain in my back only above buttock. The pain is centralized at the sciatic notch in my right buttock, and is unrelenting. Sitting is relief. Standing and lying down is hell. Cannot walk. Seven weeks. So, when I did the side line abduction, it hurts a lot, and reproduced the pain. What does it mean?
Try these next:
ua-cam.com/video/LDL7Xui_-0M/v-deo.html
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@@PrecisionMovementCoach Thank you for taking the time to respond! Will try that!
This speaks to me! I starten getting pain in what seems to be my left IT band when I startet running with my dog and wore a belt that tightend around my hips. I will start doing these exercises. But I wonder if you have any information about the effect of stretching the outside of the thigh? I often sit crosslegged but I am concerned that this might make it worse... Should I avoid stretching? Understand if you don't have the time ti reply :) Regards from Norway
We are so happy that it speaks to you.
There is not need for you to stretch ever again.
Try out the exercises and keep us posted on your progress :)
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Thank you so much for this information. I fell on my tailbone and it’s fractured. I would like to know if there is any other exercises that you would recommend for a fractured tailbone. Everything that you’re showing has helped me a lot.
I feel like my left leg has become weaker since the fall, as well as anytime I step out on a sagittal plane it’s become extremely weak.
For my right side moving my leg in the frontal plane has become weaker. Also, causing my knee to cave-in which means week gluteus minimus. And they also have noticed my toes on my right foot to them or externally rotated, which would be the second and third toe from the big toe.
That I know has to do with a spinal cord being fractured.
What are your suggestions of exercises to do?
Thanks for writing to us and for trying out the exercises.
The Low Back Pain Solution can compliment and work you are already doing for your issues:
www.precisionmovement.coach/low-back-pain-solution/
Make sure you are cleared for such activitiy by your primary care physician.
Check it out and let us know if you have any more quesitons :)
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How do you know if the issue is gluteus medius or piriformis?
Precision Movement,
How often do you recommend performing these exercises? Also, how can weight be added to try and even out a glute imbalance?
Also, when should these exercises be performed? Before or after weight training?
Great questions!
1. Once daily and 2 - 3 times per week.
2. It depends.
3. Before weight training.
:)
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Cant find the resource on metatarsal pressure in the description. Would love to check it out!
Here you go:
ua-cam.com/video/CbySCetzSpc/v-deo.html
Thanks!
You bet!
Thanks for the support :)
Thank you now I understand why my tfl is always tight and doesn’t allow my glutes to activate . A mri shows I have torn glute medius and minimus tendon. Would these exercises be ok for me?
You are welcome and thanks for trying it out.
Based on what you have written, the Hip Pain Solution program is the best place to start. It contains and Acute Pain phase that was designed for people like you.
It is a very comprehensive and progressive plan that will help you to address multiple root causes of your issue:
www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt
Check it out and let us know how it goes :)
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Thank you for your videos. Trying to find help locally usually turns into a circus, so much appreciated. Any advice for right side outer abdominal pain, when doing the first exercise for the left gluteus medius? It almost feels like my QL is beyond tight and stretching to the point of pain.. so i have to back off on the first hip abduction exercise.. TY!! TY!!
You are welcome and thanks for watching.
It's hard to say exactly why you are experiencing that abdominal pain.
However, the Foundation for Movement Longevity program can help you to assess and address the root cause.
Check it out here:
www.precisionmovement.coach/foundation-for-movement-longevity-yt
Let us know if you have any more questions :)
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Thank you!! Ill check it out..
I actually have Varus knee, and patellar misalignment to the outside of my knee. My feet also have increased pressure on the outsides. Would this routine help me?
Also, do you have a video of any complimentary stretches that I can do with this?
This video is a good start and check these out for more ideas:
www.youtube.com/@PrecisionMovementCoach/search?query=knee
Don't let the titles of the videos distract you. I encourage you to go through each one and try out all of the exercises.
Let us know how it goes :)
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Had some kind of gluteal tendinitis for 2 months now.. can’t hike or incline walk or anything. Banded side step felt not good for me personally
Ouch! That is too long.
Do not do any exercise that doesn't feel good.
Back off on the intensity and amount if necessary. Moving slower and smaller will also help.
Also, consider doing the Hip Pain Solution program. It would be best to have something more comprehensive and progressive than our free content. You can read about it in the video description.
Let us know if you need any more advice :)
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I like your helpful advice but sometimes I need a simplified terms of the parts of the body being a layman.. thanks.
Hi!
Thanks for watching and commenting. Let us know if you need any terms defined and we'll happily assist.
Let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :)
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Brilliant..Thank you..x
You're welcome!
Please advise how many times we need to do these exercises in a day? Can we do them 7 days a week? Thank you
Once daily and 2 - 3 times per week is sufficient :)
Thank you. Appreciate your quick reply
Thanks
You are welcome and thanks for the support!
Thank You. I have been reviewing the TFL solution with renewed pain in the front of my hip. This exercise makes so much sense for strengthening and stabilizing the whole hip region, especially for balance. I'm going to add this in right away.
Nice!
I have a question: Even though the pain is only on one side (e.g. the right side), should these exercises be done on BOTH sides?
It is always a good idea to work on both sides :)
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How often should I do the exercises???
2 - 3 times weekly is sufficient.
Try for at least 4 weeks and let us know how it goes. We look forward to reading about your progress :)
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Can you do the banded side step with a band/straps around your thighs and do a slow walk from side to side?
That changes the exercise. The way that Eric performs it is ideal :)
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My body is very screwed up , esp from side to side. Both sides weak, but differently causing one side to have a functionally shorter leg.
I like this first exercise. I’ve done it before, however, everytime I begin to lift my leg upward I feel it in my lower lumbar almost to my last rib. I’m pretty sure it’s b/c of my also weak ql/erectors. I roll forward a little while doing. I don’t let my hip roll backwards. Should I start out not raising it as high? Or is this due to the tfl or another muscle? Thank you
Hi and thanks for writing to us.
Try not raising it as high and work in that range for a while.
You will improve with time and practice :)
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@@PrecisionMovementCoach thank you Joshua!!!!! Much appreciated!
Should we do the sets, both sides?? Or only the affected side??
Both sides :)
A question please - if my left leg has become shorter than my right (carrying babies on left hip over the years, sports like squash, falls …), would that affect the glute medius?
It definitely would.
I just ran a couple miles for the first time in years and next day the thing that's most sore is my gluteus medius, outer upper hip area
Thanks for letting us know that.
Did you try out the exercises?
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When you mention “knee valgus or internal rotation of the knee” at 1:35 …which happens to Me on the right hip, should I strengthen the left glute medius to rectify this imbalance? Thank you in advance
Also, yes.
It's a good idea to work on both sides but spend a little more time on the weaker one.
Keep us posted on your progress :)
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Excellent!! Ty
Glad that you think so :)
Are these safe to help repair my torn gluteus medius muscle, please?
Great question.
First, seek the advice of your primary healthcare practitioner anytime anything is torn.
Next, they are likely safe and do not cause more pain. Make modifications if necessary (e.g. moving slower and smaller).
Then, check out the Hip Pain Solution program in the video description. It is far more comprehensive and progressive than our free content.
Let us know if that helps or if you need more assistance :)
- Coach Joshua, Team PM
Can you do these exercises by attaching the band at ankle level?
Practice the way that it is demonstrated in the video :)
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Hey sir i hope you are fine .
Do you recommend doing the first exercise daily?
Hi!
We recommend that you do these exercises 2 - 3 times per week :)
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merci coach si possible video sur exercices de renforcement specifique en cross country et demi-fond merci slts spves
De rien!
The ROM Coach app contains running specific exercises:
www.precisionmovement.coach/rom-yt
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I have this pain, Can I do swimming with it or it will cause more harm? I already attended my first swimming class and it was good except that I felt strain on the GLUTEUS Medius muscle after each stroke (not while doing it) , Do you recommend me to continue? I really enjoyed my first workout!
Swimming is safe as long as it doesn't cause pain. Strain sounds normal especially if you are just getting started.
Keep us posted on your progress and let us know if you have any more questions :)
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🤚😊Will adding the hip adductor machine exercise to my gym routine (aside from hip thrusts) help with anterior pelvic tilt?
Nope. It may actually have the reverse effect.
That machine has a time and place (e.g. certain rehab applications) but it likely is not appropriate for you.
Let us know if you have any more questions :)
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@@PrecisionMovementCoach Thanks for the prompt response Coach!
I think I got the names mixed up and actually meant the abductor machine (the one where you OPEN your legs, as opposed to close them), not adductor. The one that is meant to train gluteus medius.
I hope that one's okay.
If that's not good, are the weighted hip thrusts still good?
Thanks!
@@CptDangernoodle the same logic applies to that machines. Applying loading forces to isolated movements while seated can have negative long-term consequences.
Hip thrusts are primarily used to enhance glute max hypertrophy. This also has a time and place and may not be appropriate for everyone.
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I have a question, i hope someone here can help! I have a damaged meniscus on my left side. On this same side, my TFL muscle is significantly larger than my right side. Is there a way I can strengthen my opposite sides tfl to help balance out my over working left side ?
Yes!
We've got some great comprehensive and progressive content for you:
www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt
www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt
The combination of these programs will help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues once and for all.
Let us know if you have any more questions :)
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Should I do these before a workout? Or do these strengthen the glute mediuses by itself?
Any time is the right time for these exercises :)
How do you inhibit TFL ? Thank you !!
Great question.
Try jamming your thumb in there while doing the exericses and let us know how it goes :)
Talk to you soon !
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Is the banded side step counter indicated if you have a meniscus tear?
Nope.
Try it out but stop if it causes pain.
Also, consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues:
www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt
Check it out and let us know what you think :)
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I’ve been to 6 doctors in last 2 years have tried everything, my left glute medius kills standing and walking , these exercises make me even worse , any ideas anyone ? Again I’ve tried so many things
Hi!
We are here for you.
It's likely that you need more gentle exercises. The Hip Pain Solution program contains and Acute Pain phase designed for people like you.
Read more about it in the video description :)
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Will this help in fixing a lateral pelvic tilt also?
Potentially.
This is a better place to start:
ua-cam.com/video/SkRgaLyC9U0/v-deo.html
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I can't turn off my TFL in the first exercise 100%. I can feel the glutes working, but also the TFL which is firing hard. Any advice or are they both suppose to be working hard?
Keep working on it and you will improve with time and practice.
Jam your thumb into your TFL hard to try to shut it off.
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When I do this I feel my left side of chest muscle are also hurting and get under pressure while doing this and have tearing sensation the whole day there why is it that whay can I do to get rid of it . thankyou
Hi, and thanks for sharing.
It's likely due to the way in which you are using those muscles.
Try again but adjust your body position accordingly. Let us know how it goes :)
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Do I want my "tail" tucked between my legs when doing these exercises or is it more neutral (neither tucked or sticking out)? Thank you.
Neutral :)
Just wondering, when I do the lateral abduction exercise, I still can't seem to get my glut med. to fire. It's all TFL. I've tried to internally rotate my foot to emphasize the glute. Still TFL. Wondering what I'm doing wrong. Thanks for the videos!
Hi!
Thanks for stopping by and trying it out.
You are likely not doing anything wrong but need more time and practice with the content.
Do the exercises 2 - 3 times weekly for the next 4 weeks and you will notice changes.
Keep us posted on your progress :)
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@@PrecisionMovementCoach cheers, thanks for your reply. Hoping this gets me back to jiujitsu training