Your gluteal muscles make up all the muscles in your behind—and they're more important than one might think. These muscles support the back and allow the legs to move every which way through extension, abduction, and rotation of the hip joint. Our gluteal muscles work tirelessly to support us and bring us from place to place—and even to allow us to sit. To release the gluteal muscles, sit directly on the foam roller and cross your left leg over your right leg so that your left ankle is on your right knee. Relax your muscles and slowly roll back and forth on your right butt cheek, leaning back and using your hands for support.

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