Glute Weakness and Running Injuries
Weak glutes often contribute to common running injuries, such as runner’s knee, IT band syndrome, and Achilles tendinopathy.
Strong glutes are essential for strong running, as they power your stride, improve your form, and propel you forward.
“The single-leg stance test is a simple screen of balance, stability, and neuromuscular control,” says UESCA-certified run coach and NASM-certified personal trainer Alison Marie Helms.
This test helps identify weaknesses and provides a path to better running by assessing balance, stability, and neuromuscular control.
The single-leg stance test shows where your strength is lacking and what to do about it, making it a useful tool for runners.
Author's Summary
Strengthening weak glutes can improve running performance and reduce injury risk.
- Runner’s knee
- IT band syndrome
- Achilles tendinopathy