Should You Squeeze Glutes in Backbends? Here’s Why and How

QUESTION: Some teachers tell students not to “squeeze” or “grip” their gluteal muscles (or glutes) in backbends because this will compress the sacrum and lower back. Others say that it’s essential to use the glutes in backbends. What do you recommend? ANSWER: First, let’s acknowledge that different students may benefit from slightly different actions in any given […]