The hip is actually a ball and socket joint so you definitely don't wont to inj there. The hipflexors run just under your lower abs cant imagine you would want to inj there either. While the glutes are the large muscle groups we consider the ass (for the most part). Makes a very good inj site. You may want to check out the link below.
Hip shots are the way to go once you find the spot, that site needtogrow posted has a great pic of it. Oil goes in much easier there and less cross-fiber scaring will build up there. Hurts if you miss it though so study the pic.
Hip shots are the way to go once you find the spot, that site needtogrow posted has a great pic of it. Oil goes in much easier there and less cross-fiber scaring will build up there. Hurts if you miss it though so study the pic.
From what I understand, that area has less overall nerve count as well, so injections typically (if done right) result in much less discomfort. However the nerves that ARE there... are super sensative and hurt like a bitch if you inject in the incorrect spot. So as Ulter said, study the diagram carefully.