Myths About Back Injuries
I discovered an interview, on YouTube, of Dr Stuart McGill, a highly respected researcher in the study of spinal biomechanics. He is at the forefront of understanding… Read More »Myths About Back Injuries
I discovered an interview, on YouTube, of Dr Stuart McGill, a highly respected researcher in the study of spinal biomechanics. He is at the forefront of understanding… Read More »Myths About Back Injuries
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
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
In the past I have talked about improving the scapular stabilizers of the shoulder to aid in treating those with shoulder injuries (Bicipital tendonopathy, rotator cuff… Read More »Exercise of the Week: Kettlebell Armbar
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
The levator scapulae muscle is often a problem especially for those patients who complain of tightness on the “top of their shoulder”. It attaches to… Read More »Levator Scapulae Stretch
I was recently asked by the Manitoba Running Association to re-write my article on Home Gym for Small Spaces so that it would be more… Read More »Home Gym for Small Spaces: Manitoba Running Association
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
Stir the Pot Exercise: A Powerful Move for Core Stability When it comes to core exercises, planks are a popular choice for many fitness enthusiasts.… Read More »Stir the Pot Exercise: A Powerful Move for Core Stability
One of the most troubling conditions my lower back pain patients face is sciatica, where they experience symptoms radiating down their leg. This often results… Read More »Understanding Sciatica and the Role of Extension Exercises