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A 6-week gluteal activation program did not significantly improve gluteus maximus strength or muscle activation in semi-professional rugby players. The body-weight exercises may have been insufficient to elicit changes in muscle performance.

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  • Sports Science
  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • Reduced gluteus maximus (GM) strength is linked to musculoskeletal issues and lower-extremity injuries.
  • Evidence on short-term gluteal activation programs for enhancing muscle performance is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of a 6-week gluteal activation program on gluteus maximus strength and muscle activation in semi-professional rugby players.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty-four male rugby players were randomized into a gluteal activation group (GLUTE) or a control group (CON).
  • The GLUTE group performed seven gluteal activation exercises three times weekly before regular training for 6 weeks.
  • Electromyography (EMG) and peak force were measured during maximal isometric unilateral squat (MVIC) and unilateral hip extension.

Main Results:

  • No significant differences in EMG activity or peak force for MVIC and hip extension were observed between the GLUTE and CON groups.
  • The gluteal activation program did not enhance EMG or hip extension force.

Conclusions:

  • The implemented 6-week body-weight gluteal activation program was insufficient to improve gluteus maximus EMG activity and hip extension force.
  • Further research is needed to determine effective gluteal activation strategies for enhancing muscle performance in athletes.