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
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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
Testimonial: Equestrian Rider
As an equestrian and all around athlete, I’ve taken a few tough falls and developed chronic pain as a result. After receiving treatment from a… Read More »Testimonial: Equestrian Rider
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
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
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
Protect the Spine: The Kettlebell Carry
If you have read this blog before, I have expressed my personal interest in using the Kettlebell as an exercise tool and for back conditioning.… Read More »Protect the Spine: The Kettlebell Carry
Piriformis II stretch
Muscles used Piriformis Gluteus Maximus Gluteus Minimus Gluteus Medius Low Back Start Position (for right side) Sit down on table with one leg up on… Read More »Piriformis II stretch
Home Gym for Small Spaces: Manitoba Running Association
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
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