The gluteus medius has multiple actions- hip abduction, hip internal rotation, hip external rotation, and single leg stability to prevent hip drop. Most runners have heard of the gluteus medius because social media told them to strengthen it or they have learned about it in previous PT.

The gluteus medius is an important muscle to run stronger and stabilize the hip and knee, but does it prevent injuries? Specifically if we strengthen into hip abduction?

Research and Links:
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Youtube Video to strengthen the gluteus medius

Have you ever wondered if your weight affects your knee pain or is even causing your knee pain?

In today's solo episode, we dive into the research that compares runners BMI and determined if that is affecting their knee injuries and recovery. We also compare the injury location for one with a higher BMI and why BMI might not be the best way to determine if someone is overweight or obese.

Links and Resources:

• Research Article
• Jogology Socks (I have medium cushion)
• Zone 2 Freebie: Set up your zone 2 heart rate range with this free video
• BMI Calculator

Are you tired of waking up hungover? Or feeling like alcohol is effecting your career or life goals?

Today we have Luc Zoratto, a life coach, marathoner, husband, and dad that talks us through his story to sobriety. His atypical path to sobriety didn't start as being a drunk or going to AA.

Today, Luc has helped hundreds of people on their path to drinking less and becoming sober so they can perform to their highest level through group coaching, 1 on 1 coaching and his run club, Sober Striders.

Follow Luc's journey: https://www.marathon2sobriety.ca/
Follow Luc on IG: https://www.instagram.com/marathon2so

Free Video Series: Setting Up Your Zone 2 Running