Improve Scapular Stability: High to LowsThe Exercise: Resistance Band High to Lows Reasons to Perform: 1. Activation 2. Posture 3. Dynamic Stabilization 4. Eccentric Control 5....
Core Training: Pallof Press VariationsVariation 1: Athletic Stance Cable Pallof Press⠀ When starting this exercise with athletes, I always begin with the athletic stance...
A Brief Look at CNS ActivationCNS Activation?? "CNS" stands for Central Nervous System; it is essentially the control center for all muscle actions. The motor units,...
Improve Scapular StabilityThe Circuit: I’s-Y’s-T’s-L’s-W’s I integrate some variation of this into all of my training programs to strengthen the shoulder girdle...
Technique Tips: Glute BridgesEverybody is familiar with glute bridges, both as an activation movement and as an exercise! Tip of the Day: Lift the toes when...
Active Dynamic Warm-Up: Ankle Cradle to Figure 4 StretchThe Movements: 1. Standing Ankle Cradle 2. Figure 4 Stretch For all of my endurance athletes out there, you should make sure to add this...
Active Dynamic Warm-Up: InchwormsThe Exercise: Inchworms This is another movement that I incorporate into the active dynamic warm-up. This movement should not be rushed,...
Technique Tips: The Lateral PlankThe Exercise: The Lateral Plank⠀ Most of the time, this exercise is performed with the feet on the floor. I prefer to elevate the feet...
A Misunderstood Movement: The Bird-DogIn my experience, this is often a highly misunderstood movement. Because it looks simple, its true purpose often gets forgotten or...