A Pilates instructor says these are the three exercises you should be doing regularly to build your glute strength

Glute strength is important for functional movements, like running, squatting and walking up stairs.

There are several ways you can strengthen your glutes, and if you’re not a fan of lifting weights, Pilates is a great alternative.

Pilates typically features high repetitions and sets of exercises, so it’s particularly good for building endurance in your muscles. You may like

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