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What are the most neglected muscles in the human body?

What muscles are the least used, and why?

What are the most neglected muscles in the human body?
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17/08/2026 08:00 ‧ 1 week ago | StarsInsider

HEALTH

Physiology

When we exercise or work out, it's the main muscle groups in the chest, back, shoulders, legs, and arms we tend to focus on. And there's no problem with that. But in doing so, we run the risk of neglecting other equally important muscle groups that unless taken care of can lead to stiffness, weakness, and pain.

Some of the most neglected muscles include the glutes, rotator cuff muscles, hip stabilizers, tibialis muscles, and deep core muscles. So, what happens when we ignore these lesser-known muscles, and how are they activated to provide optimum performance?

In this gallery, we list some of the most neglected muscles in the human body and share some simple, actionable tips to keep them healthy. Click on to continue reading.

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