When it comes to fitness, many people focus on the common muscle groups, like legs, arms, and core, but there are several areas of the body that often get neglected.
If you want to ensure balanced strength and prevent injuries, it’s important to pay attention to all muscle groups.
Here are four body parts that people often forget to exercise.
1. Rotator cuffs
Rotator cuffs are a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize your shoulder joint and allow you to lift and rotate your arms. Many people forget to strengthen them, which can lead to shoulder injuries or discomfort over time. Exercises like external rotations, face pulls, and light lateral raises can help improve shoulder stability and prevent strain.
2. Hip flexors
Hip flexors are the muscles that help you lift your knees and bend at the waist. When you sit for long periods, these muscles can become tight and weak, contributing to lower back pain and poor posture. Strengthening them with lunges, leg raises, and hip bridges can improve your mobility and help with posture and movement efficiency.
3. Lower back (Erector spinae)
The lower back muscles, especially the erector spinae, play a key role in supporting your spine and maintaining good posture. Many workouts focus on abs but forget the lower back, which creates imbalance. Strengthening your lower back through deadlifts, back extensions, and superman exercises helps prevent back pain and improves core strength.
4. Calves
Calves are often skipped during leg workouts, but they are essential for walking, running, and jumping. Weak calves can lead to ankle instability and poor balance. Strengthening your calves with calf raises, jump rope, or heel drop exercises can increase lower body strength and improve overall performance in many activities.
