by michelle | Jan 29, 2015 | Injury Prevention, Shoulder, Sports Performance
In Part One we covered that the shoulder is an unstable joint to allow for all the mobility we need, common reasons to develop funked up shoulders and exercises that can lead to trauma or injury. In part two we’re looking at ways to rehab a compromised shoulder with...
by michelle | Jan 27, 2015 | Mixed Martial Arts, Sports Performance
Along with a plethora of technical skill and psychological prowess, MMA fighters are expected to possess a high level of general physical preparedness (GPP). Surprisingly, some fighters still prioritize technique classes, while their conditioning regimen consists of...
by michelle | Jan 20, 2015 | Injury Prevention, Shoulder, Sports Performance
Lifting, throwing, punching, wrestling, pulling, paddling, swimming and pressing with troubled shoulders is a common problem these days. There’s too many causes to list here, but to throw out a few examples we’ve got most people walking around with hunched upper...
by michelle | Jan 14, 2015 | Surfing
Surfers in the past generally have not focused on specific strength and conditioning for their sport, with the misperceived idea that strength training will add unnecessary bulk and muscle tightness while restricting their movement and fluidity in the water. Do Not...
by michelle | Nov 17, 2014 | Glutes
There’s a prevalent issue of quad-dominance among many individuals. With prolonged periods of sitting and sedentary lifestyles, most people lack proper movement patterns and tend to be quad-dominant. Moreover, back pain often contributes to weakness in the...