Hip abduction is essential for building strong, stable glute muscles to support balance, improve movement efficiency, and help prevent lower-body injuries.

The aim of lateral exercises – or exercises that use muscles in a sideways fashion – is to strengthen lateral muscles, such as lateral glutes, lateral hip muscles, lateral core muscles etc. In turn, ...

Sometimes, the most effective movements are the ones we train the least. Lateral lunges are gaining attention in the fitness ...

In the realm of functional fitness, side lunges (also called lateral lunges) are a versatile and underrated exercise, often ...

If you’ve got stiff hips, you might be told that stretching is key. But often, this is a mistake ― joints that appear inflexible are often actually just weak, and need strength training instead. That ...

If you have hip bursitis, you know the pain and discomfort can keep you from doing the activities you enjoy. While quick fixes such as over-the-counter pain relievers or applying ice packs can help, ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been dealing with hip pain or tight hips, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue that can be caused by commonplace things, ...

Strong legs aren’t just about athletic performance—they’re essential for walking longer distances, reducing discomfort, and maintaining mobility as you age. Two highly effective exercises are now ...

(A) The original EMG signal is collected from the corresponding muscle. (B) The EMG signal was preprocessed and the features were extracted. (C) Extracted EMG features. (D) The “Elder Brother” module ...