Mobility
Every movement we perform whether it’s a squat, throw, jump, swim, or toss, has a certain mobility requirement. Lack of this requirement results in faulty movement, increased stress on surrounding tissues, and unnecessary use of energy. All that leads to … you guessed it … injury! Check out this short snippet that simply clarifies the need for motion. I call it the “Range Of Motion - Injury” Scale
MOBILITY ROAD MAP
1. SELF MYOFASCIAL RELEASE (AKA. SMASHING)
3 Methods
Plain Jane & Vibration Options
Percussion Option
2. LOADS (AKA. STRETCHES)
Plain Jane Option
Pre-Tension Loads Option
3. NEUROLOGICAL GAMES (AKA. END RANGE ACCESS)
CARs
PAILs/RAILs
4. FASCIAL LINES (VIA STICK MOBILITY)
One Stick
Two Stick
5. DYNAMIC LOADS
1. SELF MYOFASCIAL RELEASE (AKA. SMASHING)
1. FOAM ROLLING THE RIGHT WAY
If you’re going to be in these torturous devices, you might as well make the most of your experience on them right? This ebook breaks down the 3 foam rolling methods that puts intention and meaning behind your warm up and cool downs. Definitely a must for newbies and seasoned vets!
2. Plain Jane & vibration options
If you’ve upgraded your rolling device to offer a vibration feature, then this is where you want to explore. Same
3. FACE DOWN (PRONE) OPTIONS
Here are some great shoulder/shoulder girdle Skills & Drills that will continue to improve stability, strength, and control.
2. TENSION LOADS (AKA. STRETCHES)
ALl 4’s (QUadruped) Options
These are the traditional static stretches that we’ve all become familiar with. It’s great to have shoulder specific stretches available at your disposal. Explore these options for starters.
1/2 Plank Options
Progression to elevated position
Plank Options
Progression to elevated position
Side Plank Options
Progression to elevated position
3. NEUROLOGICAL GAMES (AKA. END RANGE ACCESS)
Seated Options
Progression to elevated position
Tall Kneeling Options
Progression to elevated position
1/2 Kneeling Options
Progression to elevated position
Open 1/2 KNeeling Options
Progression to elevated position
4. FASCIAL LINES (VIA STICK MOBILITY)
STanding Options
Progression to elevated position
STaggered standing Options
Progression to elevated position
Dynamic Warm Ups
Prepper
Dynamic Cool Downs?
Relaxer