In this episode, Dr. Lisa breaks down the difference between gluteus medius and gluteus maximus weakness, and why it matters for runners dealing with hip pain or stubborn weakness. She shares how each muscle functions, what happens when they’re not pulling their weight, and how you can start fixing it today.

Links and Resources

• Bib Number for Boston: 31180
• FREE Glute Max Exercises to improve activation
• Hip Program: At home rehab program for hip injuries including hip impingement, gluteal tendinopathy, low back soreness/pain, SIJ pain, psoas/hip flexor pain, piriformis syndrome and ITB syndrome
• Runners Knee Program: At home rehab program for pain around the kneecap, under the knee cap or around the joint line
• Foot and Ankle Program: At home rehab program for injuries including plantar fasciitis, shin splints, achilles tendinopathy, ankle sprains, posterior tibialis pain and big toe pain
• Toe Spacers (use discount code DRLISA10)
• Mobo Board (use discount code DRLISAMITRO10)
• Email Dr. Lisa at [email protected]