Iowa Army National Guard soldiers participate in the sprint-drag-carry event during an Army Fitness Test at Camp Dodge Joint Maneuver Training Center in Johnston, Iowa, Sept. 12, 2025. (Sgt. Ruth ...
For any sprinter, the glutes are vital muscles because they provide explosive power while sprinting, improve top speed, and help prevent injuries. Weak glutes cost sprinters 0.1–0.2 seconds per 100m.