ORIGIN

Outer surface of the ilium, between the anterior and inferior gluteal lines, and the edge of the greater sciatic notch

 

INSERTION

Anterior surface of the greater trochanter of the femur

 

ACTION

Abduction of the thigh, internal rotation of thigh

 

INNERVATION

Superior gluteal nerve (L4, 5, S1)

 

PRIMARY JOINT

Acetabular femoral joint

 

KEY STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Side bridge

Transverse abduction

 

NEW STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Seated pretzel stretch

Bent knee side bridge

 

COMMON INJURIES

Sprain/strain

Tears in muscle