I have weak glutes stemming from a broken leg 5 years ago. I do a lot of work to keep things in check. After a 9 mile run yesterday I was really feeling it in my hip and glute. Just doing these once this morning caused a release that was pretty unbelievable. Great little set of exercises that I'm going to add to my morning routine.
great videos, I like how you discuss how to spot signs of weakness and then address how to fix them. Its really easy to follow and I will recommend to anyone I know who runs.
Thnaks so much James. I’ve suffered from knee pain due to lots of road cycling and running. Lately I’ve been using your videos to help me work more efficiently and pain free during my runs.
Excellent video. Tremendous help. Former footballer that has been in the gym for approx 5 years post hip replacement seems to have mentally forgotten how to run properly this was excellent video. Thank you
Goes to linked video because over worked calves (and feet) definitely sounds like me! Thank you for this. Nice punchy length and realistic suggestions.
Hi Great Video James busy nursing a ITB band injury at the moment.Why did i not watch your videos 3 months ago when i started running keep up the good work from a cold South Africa
How often would you recommend doing these exercises? I regularly experience lower back pain in one side and have been told to ‘fire up’ the glutes. Thank you
Hi James, great video, could you point me to your video, you are talking about 'where the standing lag should find stability from' , you mentioned it on 4:12 at this video.
Hi James, When you talk about stages here, is the idea to “master” one exercise before moving onto the next one? I.e. do the horizontal leg lift until it becomes easier, then move onto the fire hydrant etc, or do them all as a session together each time? Thanks, James
That first and second exercises, certainly works my glutes. I added these to my arsenal. The third exercise, was dead easy for me, so maybe it's one for much weaker glutes. Thanks again for this short and sweet lesson.
Great! Perhaps consider adding some weight to a single leg deadlift instead of the third exercise? Like this... th-cam.com/video/F265xoevqrY/w-d-xo.html
Great video thanks. I actually made my ITB problem worse with this. I feel like my TFL is much stronger now and also much more of a problem. Any idea on how to correct this?
Hi James - Thank you for these amazing videos. When I do these exercises after a bit, I feel my hamstring and later on my calves. Is that just a sign of very weak glutes ?
Hi. Thanks for the exercises. I’m a little confused what part of the glutes are meant to be doing the work? I find that if I don’t turn the working leg slightly outwards, the glute mead is not the primary worker. My understanding of these exercises is that the glute mead is meant to be the primary working muscle. Thanks
Quick question: Something I never understand is how these exercises can be referred to as "strength training". Because a set of single leg deadlifts that you can do many reps of is nothing like a 3 rep max deadlift with 100kilos (or more) for example. I'm confused as to the physiological effect of exercises like these. Don't get me wrong, I believe in them and I believe in you - but I fail to understand the physiological rationale behind thesee xercises. What exactly are we training if it's not strength (defined as 1-3 rep max) per se?
Great question, Mikkel. Honest answer is that using the word "strength" like this is just a colloquial umbrella term. Should I be more accurate and say "neuromuscular control"? Probably! But I think it would make for a much less relatable video. Physiologically, are we training absolute strength? No. We're certainly not improving 1RM with any of these exercises! We can certainly work on strength-endurance by loading the movements up with dumbbells or med balls though. Putting myself in the shoes of your average runner on the street, they're interested in becoming "stronger" as a runner (meaning more resilient and able to tolerate training load). This is the type of strength I know most distance runners can relate to... not increasing their 1RM squat, deadlift, bench press etc... Does that make sense?
@@JamesDunne Makes sense! Thanks! If you feel like making a video at one point going more in depth on what neuromuscular control means, what adaptations take place in the muscle/nervous system through such training, what activation means etc. I know I would definitely appreciate that :) Keep up the great work! Love your vids!
Cuz you may have tight hip flexors. Do sm warmup, stretch those Hip flexors and then try the side leg raises. Also try, actively flexing your glutes while you do the side leg raise.
Hi James, When you talk about stages here, is the idea to “master” one exercise before moving onto the next one? I.e. do the horizontal leg lift until it becomes easier, then move onto the fire hydrant etc, or do them all as a session together each time? Thanks, James
*WATCH NEXT - How to use your glutes when running:* th-cam.com/video/mmZ7GJJsYE8/w-d-xo.html
Great video's James no talking for 10 min then showing excercises straight to the point👍👍
Thanks, David! That's exactly what I'm trying to achieve with these new videos. Glad it's coming across :)
I needed this in the early 80's.
😂 Better late than never?
@@JamesDunne Yes, great tips!
I suffer from very weak glutes. I'm looking forward to adding these to my routine. Thank you for a great video.
No problem. I hope it helps :)
I have weak glutes stemming from a broken leg 5 years ago. I do a lot of work to keep things in check. After a 9 mile run yesterday I was really feeling it in my hip and glute. Just doing these once this morning caused a release that was pretty unbelievable. Great little set of exercises that I'm going to add to my morning routine.
great videos, I like how you discuss how to spot signs of weakness and then address how to fix them. Its really easy to follow and I will recommend to anyone I know who runs.
Thnaks so much James. I’ve suffered from knee pain due to lots of road cycling and running. Lately I’ve been using your videos to help me work more efficiently and pain free during my runs.
I love your video and the step-by-step explanation so much
These look great. How many reps and sets and how often per week? And all three exercises?
Excellent video. Tremendous help. Former footballer that has been in the gym for approx 5 years post hip replacement seems to have mentally forgotten how to run properly this was excellent video. Thank you
Goes to linked video because over worked calves (and feet) definitely sounds like me! Thank you for this. Nice punchy length and realistic suggestions.
No problem, Andrew! Glad it was helpful :)
Hi Great Video James busy nursing a ITB band injury at the moment.Why did i not watch your videos 3 months ago when i started running keep up the good work from a cold South Africa
James, I just don’t know what to say, many many thanks Pal 👍👍👍
Absolutely fantastic content. Thanks!
Thanks, Evan. Glad you enjoyed it! I hope it helps your running :)
How often would you recommend doing these exercises? I regularly experience lower back pain in one side and have been told to ‘fire up’ the glutes. Thank you
I agree with the other comments- what a fantastic find. Thank u. Brilliant glute strengthening/ training videos
Thanks, Una! That’s very kind 😃 Really glad you’re enjoying the videos!
Keep them coming, the good videos 👍💪🏃🏼🏃🏼♀️
I was so happy on that fire hydrant move we didn't have to hold that one for 10 seconds. 😂
Hi James, great video, could you point me to your video, you are talking about 'where the standing lag should find stability from' , you mentioned it on 4:12 at this video.
Your videos are so informational! Thank you!
Thanks so much. This is money! Echos with some more explanation what my physio here in Canada has been having me work on.
Thank you so much, James! 😊🍀
Hi James,
When you talk about stages here, is the idea to “master” one exercise before moving onto the next one? I.e. do the horizontal leg lift until it becomes easier, then move onto the fire hydrant etc, or do them all as a session together each time? Thanks,
James
That first and second exercises, certainly works my glutes. I added these to my arsenal. The third exercise, was dead easy for me, so maybe it's one for much weaker glutes. Thanks again for this short and sweet lesson.
Great! Perhaps consider adding some weight to a single leg deadlift instead of the third exercise? Like this... th-cam.com/video/F265xoevqrY/w-d-xo.html
I couldn’t do one without toppling over but I started 🙏🏼
Great video thanks. I actually made my ITB problem worse with this. I feel like my TFL is much stronger now and also much more of a problem. Any idea on how to correct this?
I have the Exact same friggin problem bro. My tfl does EVERYTHING. Tryna get that mf to calm down
@@daneforbes7266 I am stretching the quads, the hip, the internal and external rotators, the sartorius and it is improving slowly.
Amazing. Thank you
Loving this advice James some great content 👍👍👍
On one side when I do the lying down and straight leg back towards the wall I can’t get my leg to go very far b4 my hip really feels it. Amy advice?!
Hi James - Thank you for these amazing videos. When I do these exercises after a bit, I feel my hamstring and later on my calves. Is that just a sign of very weak glutes ?
How many days a week should I do these exercises?
Can single leg dead lift be done after microdiscectomy surgery for L5S1 disc prolapse?
Man I wish I knew this before.
Hope it helps for the future!
James i cannot even activate ( tighten ) my left glute when doing first exercise !:(
Any tips ? I’m guessing keep on trying
Thank you 😊
Hi. Thanks for the exercises. I’m a little confused what part of the glutes are meant to be doing the work? I find that if I don’t turn the working leg slightly outwards, the glute mead is not the primary worker. My understanding of these exercises is that the glute mead is meant to be the primary working muscle. Thanks
Are strong glutes responsible to help lower back pain from getting up from sitting position.
L-5
🙏💜thank you
My itbs band is still aching 3 weeks from the injury day is that normal?
Where can I buy that band?
Quick question: Something I never understand is how these exercises can be referred to as "strength training". Because a set of single leg deadlifts that you can do many reps of is nothing like a 3 rep max deadlift with 100kilos (or more) for example. I'm confused as to the physiological effect of exercises like these. Don't get me wrong, I believe in them and I believe in you - but I fail to understand the physiological rationale behind thesee xercises. What exactly are we training if it's not strength (defined as 1-3 rep max) per se?
Great question, Mikkel. Honest answer is that using the word "strength" like this is just a colloquial umbrella term. Should I be more accurate and say "neuromuscular control"? Probably! But I think it would make for a much less relatable video. Physiologically, are we training absolute strength? No. We're certainly not improving 1RM with any of these exercises! We can certainly work on strength-endurance by loading the movements up with dumbbells or med balls though. Putting myself in the shoes of your average runner on the street, they're interested in becoming "stronger" as a runner (meaning more resilient and able to tolerate training load). This is the type of strength I know most distance runners can relate to... not increasing their 1RM squat, deadlift, bench press etc... Does that make sense?
@@JamesDunne Makes sense! Thanks! If you feel like making a video at one point going more in depth on what neuromuscular control means, what adaptations take place in the muscle/nervous system through such training, what activation means etc. I know I would definitely appreciate that :)
Keep up the great work! Love your vids!
I feel the side leg raises meant for glute med on my front hip flexor....why? I do everything i can to maintain good form
Cuz you may have tight hip flexors.
Do sm warmup, stretch those Hip flexors and then try the side leg raises.
Also try, actively flexing your glutes while you do the side leg raise.
Your each and every video is of STERLING QUALITY.
Hi James,
When you talk about stages here, is the idea to “master” one exercise before moving onto the next one? I.e. do the horizontal leg lift until it becomes easier, then move onto the fire hydrant etc, or do them all as a session together each time? Thanks,
James