You can read the first part of this post: Pain in the Butt: Gluteus Medius and it's Role in Running Related Injuries by clicking here. This is part two in a two-part post.

According to Jeff Bell, co-founder and master trainer of Belleon Body NYC, “the gluteus maximus was built for power and speed and needs to be fed a regular diet of climbing, squatting, running ...

"It basically refers to the gluteus maximus or the glute muscles just not functioning as efficiently as they should," said Chris Kolba, a physical therapist at Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

What is dead butt syndrome? “Dead butt syndrome is when your gluteal muscles, particularly the gluteus medius and maximus, essentially ‘forget’ how to do their job,” Dworecki says.

If the outside of your hip feels tight, it may be your glute medius. Here, a physical therapist shares the 5 best stretches for your glute medius.

The fire hydrant exercise is a gluteus medius workout for Dead Butt Syndrome and back pain. Other gluteus medius exercises include glute bridge and side lunge.

While hip extension is primarily driven by the gluteus maximus, your gluteus medius is essential for hip abduction, the movement of bringing your leg out to the side of your body.

Glute exercises can help reduce knee pain. These physical therapist-approved moves will help you run longer, stronger, and pain free.