The gluteal muscles, often referred to as the glutes, are a group of three muscles located in the buttocks: the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus. These muscles are among the largest and most powerful in the body and play a key role in various movements such as hip extension, abduction, and rotation. Well-developed gluteal muscles are associated with health, strength, and sexual attractiveness. They contribute to stability, locomotion, and the overall function of the hip joint
. The gluteus maximus is the largest and most superficial of the gluteal muscles, responsible for the shape of the buttocks and the main extensor of the thigh. The gluteus medius and minimus are deeper muscles that contribute to hip stability and abduction
