When most people think about strong glutes, they picture athletes sprinting, jumping, or lifting heavy weights. But here’s the truth: your glutes are essential for spinal health and pain-free movement.
At our Bloomingdale, IL chiropractic and wellness clinic, we combine chiropractic care, physical therapy, functional fitness, and shockwave therapy to help patients reduce back pain, improve strength, and move with confidence. One of the most important steps? Teaching you how to properly activate and strengthen your glutes.
Why Your Upper Glutes Are So Important
The glute maximus (upper fibers) and glute medius are powerhouse muscles that stabilize your pelvis and support your spine. When they’re strong, you’ll move more efficiently during everyday activities like:
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Walking around Bloomingdale’s beautiful parks and trails
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Going up and down stairs at home or work
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Rising from a chair without strain
When these muscles are weak or underused, smaller muscles like the piriformis and external rotators (lower region) pick up the slack. The result? Tightness, discomfort, and even chronic lower back pain or sciatica-like symptoms.
How to Train Your Glutes Correctly
Activating the right muscles is key. Here’s what we coach our Bloomingdale patients to focus on:
Full hip extension with slight abduction (keeping your legs slightly apart) — engages the glute max and glute medius, which protect your spine.
Turning your leg outward (external rotation) — overworks the smaller muscles, which can irritate your lower back and hips.
This kind of intentional training is a game-changer, whether you’re dealing with pain now or preventing issues down the road.
The Benefits of Strong Glutes for Bloomingdale Patients
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If you have pain or stiffness: Proper glute activation reduces strain on your spine and complements your chiropractic or physical therapy treatments.
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If you don’t have pain: Glute training builds functional strength, prevents injuries, and improves everyday mobility — from workouts to chasing your kids around Springfield Park.
Take the Next Step Toward Better Movement in Bloomingdale
At our clinic in Bloomingdale, IL, we offer multiple ways to help you strengthen your glutes and protect your spine:
Chiropractic Care – Book a New Problem Visit to uncover the root cause of your pain and create a personalized care plan.
RESET Fitness Small Group Training – Join a supportive small group fitness class focused on functional strength and injury prevention.
Shockwave Therapy – Accelerate healing and relieve stubborn muscle tension when you need advanced treatment.
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