Did you know that your gluteus medius is crucial in protecting your low back, hips, knees and your balance? While often overlooked, it's a major hip stabilizer and hip abductor. Get ready to strengthen and stretch this muscle group through one leg standing poses like ardha chandrasana, vashistasana II and an eka pada koundinyasana for good measure. If time permits, take savasana on your own to complete your practice.