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
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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
Benefits of the Bridge Exercise
Benefits of the Bridge Exercise for Back Pain Relief The bridge exercise is a foundational movement that offers significant benefits. It strengthens key muscle groups,… Read More »Benefits of the Bridge Exercise
Continuum of Injury and Treatment
So you are dealing with an injury. It is a frustrating time being in pain and not being able to do the activities you love… Read More »Continuum of Injury and Treatment
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
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
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
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
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