Hip adductor stretches and mobility exercises are a major component of hip and lower back rehab and flexibility programs. Here are a few great options to help target this critical (and very commonly tight) muscle group. Adductor Roller Release Self myofascial release techniques utilizing foam rollers, lacrosse balls, or massage sticks have become popular […]
5 Simple Quad Stretches
Tight quadriceps are a common finding with knee pain, as well as lower back and pelvic pain. In this brief article I outline five simple exercises that can help improve mobility and flexibility of the quads. Note: If you are a My Rehab Connection subscriber, these stretches can be found in the My Exercise Groups […]
Correcting Hip Extension Mobility
Hip joint extension is an absolute pre-requisite for safe and efficient movement. This is not negotiable. We need it to achieve proper upright posture, and to walk, run, and climb stairs. But when the hip flexors are tight it restricts the hip and creates compensatory movement patterns that can wreak havoc on our musculoskeletal system. […]
Thoracic Extension Strength and Control
Discussions around the thoracic spine seem to revolve around mobility. But what about thoracic strength? With regions like the shoulder, hip, and lower back strength is considered an integral part of restoring proper function. Yet thoracic strength and control seem to get much less press. Please don’t misunderstand me. I am in no way suggesting […]
Improving Mobility Part 3: Is Static Stretching Dead?
Static stretching has gotten a bad wrap in recent years. But I think much of this condemnation is unfair. The issue is not whether static stretching is effective. The issue is what does static stretching do? And not do? Let’s start with an established fact. Static stretching increases flexibility. There is a large body of […]