I often come across people with low glute flexibility. Most of these people are runners but I also see this issue in people who do Tae kwon-do, personal trainers and the average Joe.
I ask why this issue comes about to myself on a regular basis. My conclusion is that people don't appriciate the long lasting effect of better glute flexibility. When you stretch your hamstrings on a daily basis you will see vast improvements in your movement. The runner can stride easy, the martial artist can kick higher and the old man finds it much easyer to put his socks on! Buy what does better glute flexibility achieve.
For a start short glutes is the number one cause for people walking like a duck! Short glutes causes a ridiculous external rotation of the thigh bone which leads to knees pointing out to the side.
Let's also consider that the glutes are a crucial part of hip movement and therefore undergo an incredible amount of work. Let them recuperate with an easy stretch so that they can do their job better.
The glutes are important for correct hinge actions of the hip such as bending over. They are overlapping muscles to the hamstrings and can result in a much more poor sit and reach test result. Not to mention that you won't be able to pick something off the floor without rounding your back!
Remember the complexity of the hip. Each muscle of the hip structure requires a considerable amount of stretching.
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