Kinesiotape review
This weekend I volunteered my time at Crossfit Winnipeg for their competition, Frostfit. Last year at the same event I was treating a number of… Read More »Kinesiotape review
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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
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
Why do burpees hurt my back: My Thoughts
Burpees are touted as one of the best body weight exercises that can be used for metabolic conditioning. It is loved by some and loathed… Read More »Why do burpees hurt my back: My Thoughts
Straight leg raise correction: Passive Leg Lowering Progression
Here is another one of my favourite exercises to give to my chiropractic patients for improving their ability to perform a straight leg raise. Passive… Read More »Straight leg raise correction: Passive Leg Lowering Progression
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
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
Can’t touch your toes?
Have you “never” been able to touch your toes? Well this may be the exercise for you. I have been seeing great success in my… Read More »Can’t touch your toes?
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