Gluteus Medius

Musculus gluteus medius

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The gluteus medius is the chief hip abductor and the key frontal-plane stabilizer of the pelvis during single-leg stance; weakness produces a Trendelenburg gait or knee valgus. For lifters it is trained with abduction work (band walks, hip abductions) and is essential for stable single-leg work like lunges, step-ups, and running. A strong glute medius protects the knee and supports heavier bilateral lifts.

Actions

Hip abduction, Hip internal rotation (anterior fibers), Hip external rotation (posterior fibers), Pelvic stabilization in single-leg stance

Origin

Gluteal surface of the ilium between the anterior and posterior gluteal lines

Insertion

Lateral surface of the greater trochanter of the femur

Innervation

Superior gluteal nerve (L4-S1)

Blood supply

Superior gluteal artery

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