Thoracic mobility: Overhead squat
Crossfit requires physical and technical components to perform a workout (WOD). As fatigue sets in technique is of utmost importance. Since I take technique seriously… Read More »Thoracic mobility: Overhead squat
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Exercise of the Week: Pallof Press
This week I would like to introduce to you the Pallof Press. This is one of those core exercises that look simple to perform but… Read More »Exercise of the Week: Pallof Press
Ball Bridge with Leg Extension
Muscles worked: gluteals quadriceps hamstrings erector spinae (back muscles) Hip stabilizers Start Position Upper back rest on ball Pelvic tilt Knees bent to 90 degrees… Read More »Ball Bridge with Leg Extension
Finding the Best Pillow for Neck Pain and better sleep
As a chiropractor, I often get asked by patients suffering from neck pain and headaches about the best pillow to use for sleeping. While the… Read More »Finding the Best Pillow for Neck Pain and better sleep
Hamstring III Stretch
Muscles Stretched Hamstrings Start Position Sitting on table One leg straight on table Other leg straight down off side of table Back straight Toes pointing… Read More »Hamstring III Stretch
The Baby Get Up – Exercise and Assessment tool
One of my favourite exercises with a kettlebell is the Turkish get up. The unique part about the Turkish get up is that it takes… Read More »The Baby Get Up – Exercise and Assessment tool
Side Lying Quadriceps Stretch
Muscles Stretched Quadriceps Start Position Lying on side opposite to leg being stretched. Grab just above the ankle. Knees together Finish Position Pull heel towards… Read More »Side Lying Quadriceps Stretch
Exercise of the Week: Lifts & Chops
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2953333/ When discussing core training I often start my clients off with performing my Four for the Core exercises. These are great exercises in developing… Read More »Exercise of the Week: Lifts & Chops
Progressive Muscular Relaxation
by Dr. Christopher Notley Progressive muscle relaxation is a commonly used form of stress relief. It involves the systematic contraction and relaxation of different muscles… Read More »Progressive Muscular Relaxation
Calf Stretch I
Muscles Stretched 1. Gastrocnemius/soleus Start Position Facing a wall, place one leg behind you as seen in the picture Finish Position Lunge body forward towards… Read More »Calf Stretch I