This video demonstrates a progression through a rotational side plank
Points of progression: Outer knee contact with legs together
Outer knee contact knees apart
Outer knee contact knees apart with top leg extended
Bilateral leg extension with legs stacked
This video uses my own left great toe pain as a discussion point for the concept of propulsion during the roll-over phase of gait.
Often times individuals will push off the great toe when walking, creating a scenario where the toe receives more force down into the ground. When pain in the toe is present, it provides feedback for the benefit of thinking of "pulling up" through the inner thigh and pelvic floor as opposed to "pushing down" into the ground.
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This video demonstrates an easy progression toward a solid toe touch.
When posterior chain mobility or poor weight shifting mechanics are limiting the ability to bend forward with the knees bent, simply allow the knees to flex, aim to put the belly on the thighs and anchor your hands by stepping on your fingers.
From here, you create directional isometrics into knee extension while anchored up the chain.
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In this episode with Corey we attack the topic of mobility.
Specifically we discuss:
Global position vs. specific joint strategies
The value of breathing
The relationship among muscle tension, position and gravity
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Be well
This video is in response to a pair of questions I received from Shailesh. They read:
Hi Doc, at 1.48s You said pump handle movement happens at back as well, so does it mean flexion of thoracic spine ? What about its effects on lumbar spine ? Thank you
Also if you could please explain role of Diaphragm as regard to pump handle and bucket handle movements as to its 3 attachments ? Thk you.
The video discusses the difference between spinal flexion/extension and general expansion during inhalation.
Along with watching this video, check out Zac Cupples Movement Debrief where he takes a deep dive into the topic of spinal mechanics during respiration. Link is below:
This video demonstrates the execution of scapular CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/
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Chris
This video demonstrates the Animal Flow created beast pose and its variations:
Forward traveling beast
Reverse traveling beast
Side traveling beast
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With much gratitude,
Chris
This video demonstrates and discusses a lunge series ideal for assessing and improving strength, balance and mobility.
The series includes:
Back lunge
Forward lunge
Back split hinge
Forward split hinge
Lateral Lunge
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With much gratitude,
Chris
This video introduces the series "The Four Ds of Pressure Therapy" which is my deconstruction of various "self massage" techniques that involve applying localized pressure to a body region.
The Four Ds we must go through for an effective pressure therapy intervention are:
As an example of these phases, I demonstrate using 3 different balls to apply pressure to the abdomen and assist in dissociating lumbar from hip motion.
Links to balls: Yoga TuneUp Corgeous and Alpha balls: https://bit.ly/2T9Llow Power Systems Myo-Release ball: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-9277152-10812391
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This video is in response to a question I received from Brian on whether the hip shift is hip internal or external rotation. My experience and understanding indicates that it can be both, as I explain in the video.
Enjoy and please reach out with any questions.
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Be well
This video demonstrates the execution of standing hip CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/
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With much gratitude,
Chris
This video demonstrates the execution of quadruped hip CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/
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Chris
In this session with Corey, we discuss systems for learning. I really enjoyed this conversation and feel like we touched on several key topics for becoming an effective, life long learner.
Topics covered include:
Information gathering
Setting a schedule
Building a resume by creating online content
Using writing as a teacher
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This video demonstrates the execution of shoulder CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/
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With much gratitude,
Chris
This video demonstrates three different versions of the kettlebell armbar with three different intentions:
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In this video, I discuss extended exhale breathing in both standing and a prone plank position.
This strategy of breathing is valuable to relax muscle tension, down regulate the nervous system, as well as to guide muscle contraction toward the midline of the body.
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With much gratitude,
Chris
This is a short clip from a Q and A session with my colleague Corey where we discuss the value of building tolerance to hanging postures as a manner of granting more options for promoting shoulder mobility.
This video demonstrates the Animal Flow created crab pose and its variations:
Forward traveling crab
Reverse traveling crab
Side traveling crab
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With much gratitude,
Chris
The following is an interview with Dr. Anne Kirk.
Anne is a doctor of physical therapy and owner of Principle Movement, a company intent on helping individuals move through life with confidence and success. (https://principlemovement.com/)
Anne is also Director of Women’s Self Protection for Krav Maga Universal and runs a Krav Maga school with her husband, teaching both children and adults.
On top of all this, she has earned her BA in Dance from Goucher College, and received certifications in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), barefoot training, and kettlebell instruction through Strong First.
She is a straight up BADASS!
In our conversation, we discussion the following:
Research on key performance indicators for rotational power
The Fekdenkrais method for improving rotation (https://feldenkrais.com/)
Common limitations when learning effective striking
Bill Hartman, internal momentum, and flow (https://billhartmanpt.com/)
PRI, hip shifting and rotation (https://www.posturalrestoration.com/)
This video demonstrates and explains some important points of set-up for the mobility corrective, the "Bretzel", named for movement legend Brett Jones.
The video also shows some simple regressions to make the movement more attainable for the beginner.
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