Glute Strengthening Exercises For Seniors (with Loop Bands - Seated, Standing AND lying Exercises)
The gluteal muscles (our buttocks) are comprised of the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus and they are the largest and strongest muscles in our body.
They're responsible for many important tasks, like walking, running, jumping, and standing up from a seated position.
The gluteal muscles serve as the foundation of our musculoskeletal system, and when they are weak, it can lead to a host of issues. It can reduce our ability to move and function well in everyday life, affect posture and balance, and increase the risk of injuries and pain in the back, hips, knees and ankles.
On the other hand when we strengthen our glutes, we will move about much easier, balance and posture will improve and it will also take the strain off our hips, knees and ankles.
These exercises are standing, seated AND lying glute strengthening exercises, ranging from beginner to intermediate.
I also use a loop resistance band during these exercises to add an extra challenge.
You may have seen these bands before, and their primary reason for use is to strengthen the glutes.
Adding the loop (circular) band to the exercises ensures sustained tension on the glute muscles, maximising the effectiveness of each repetition, and ensuring good results!
If you already have a set of loop bands, grab them and follow along with me to strengthen your glutes.
If you don't have loop bands, you can still work the glutes by going through the exercises without them. Then, when you're ready for the added challenge, you can add them in later.
You can purchase a More Life Health looped resistance band set on Amazon HERE (for the USA and Canada) to work your glutes consistently.
Remember, consistency and progression with exercise is key!
Stay moving! and I’ll see you soon!
- Mike