Do you get that nagging piriformis syndrome pain or deep glute tightness after long walks or runs? These exercises will help! These 3 exercises will get you to strengthen the glutes while working them in the transverse plane to balance the repetitive movements we do when running or walking (always forwards). These glute and core exercises will engage in the lateral and transverse plane to build more stability and balance which can benefit you when running and walking. Part 2 will have additional

Piriformis syndrome is a neuromuscular disorder that occurs when the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve. The piriformis muscle is a small, triangular muscle located deep in the buttock region, and the sciatic nerve is a large nerve that extends from the lower back down to the legs. Here are some facts about piriformis syndrome:1. Symptoms of piriformis syndrome include pain, tingling, or numbness in the buttock region that can radiate down the back of the leg.2. The cause of piriform

Piriformis syndrome is a real pain in the butt—literally. It causes deep aches and pain in your glutes that can radiate down the leg and irritate surrounding nerves. Before trying these pain relieving exercises, be sure to work with your doc to determine what’s causing your piriformis syndrome—is the muscle too weak, too contracted or too stretched? Once you’ve uncovered the root of the discomfort, give these moves a try to kick that pain in the butt. #chronicpain #piriformissyndrome #ASawarenes