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gluteus, glutaeus any one of the three large muscles that form the human buttock and move the thigh, esp the gluteus maximus How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For example, the propulsion phase in gait is known to generate the largest mediolateral momentum that is resisted by the gluteus medius muscle to maintain the center of mass within the base of support. After a recent half-marathon during which I had hamstring pain from the midpoint of the race to the finish, I experienced pain in the gluteus maximus and right knee. Because all the moves have their origin somewhere along the core--the perenium, gluteus muscles, and abdomen--the trunk of the body develops strength, tone, and flexibility, which, combined, also enhance one's ability for deeper breathing and greater weight bearing. |
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