Squat MORE, with Lumbo Pelvic Rhythm ?
Ever wonder why some athletes or fitness clients just can’t seem to squat or dead lift correctly… no matter how many times you tell them to “Arch Your Back” or “Keep Your Chest Up”?
As you know I am ALL ABOUT taking personal responsibility (I even named my daughter Emerson, after the author of “Self Reliance”)… but the fact is that sometimes dysfunction is not entirely your fault!
In this video I answer a question from Donnie Kiernan of TrainToStandard.com about correcting “tight and weak” posterior chain muscles.
This is a MUST if you are coaching athletes or fitness clients who can’t bend or squat properly!
You will NOT learn about this type of stuff in typical weight lifting text books and in superficial training programs…
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E,
I have two questions regarding rehabilitation. I know this doesn;t necessarily fit into your normal training methods, but here they are. I am having my labrum (right shoulder) othroscopically repaired soon, 1. any suggestions on strenghtening before surgery for the surrounding muscles? 2. What are your feelings on the traditional reahab methods that many PT’s use, like bands, etc.? Any advice you have is appreciated. Thanks bro, love the tutorials.
Gordo
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@ Gordo!!! – quick story… Gordo and I played football together at SJU almost 10 years ago. As a freshman I played nose guard and Gordo was the Center… so he and I had some really intimate time together (he hated me!
My Junior year I moved to Fullback also and Gordo then became my personal bodyguard as he would usher me full speed into unassuming linebackers! – GOOD TIMES!
Gordo, you’re right I am not the best guy to ask about shoulder injuries but to answer your question the best i can.
1. if you have a torn muscle you may want to keep your upper / mid back strong… using rowing movements and deadlifts.
2. I think most rehab specialists are too conservative and never ascend the exercises towards full functionality. this is a problem especailly with guys like you who have a history of being a strong athlete.
so, the bands are good but you gotta move towards more challenging stuff after a few weeks.
hope this helps, i’ll do some research and shoot any interesting stuff your way dude!
miss ya man!
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Awesome tutorial Elliott.
Thanks so much for advice!
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