Must do: T-Spine Extension and Mobility Let's address some t-spine TLC, specifically, thoracic extension. Whether you are fixing posture (think slouch, rounded shoulders, forward head), recovering from an injury or working on injury prevention, the thoracic spine is something almost everyone needs work on. Give it a little love, and it might also help address … Continue reading Monday Musts
Must work on: Morning mobility Every morning, I have the same routine. I get up, cook my kids breakfast, have a cup of coffee and then start my morning stretch routine. I take about 15 minutes to evaluate how my body is feeling that day, work on general mobility and start addressing sticking points. Part … Continue reading Monday Musts
Here is part 2 of how I fixed my SI joint pain. For part 1, click here. Part 2 is all about core stability. Strengthening your core muscles will be essential to stabilize the sacroiliac joint. Often a "strong core" is confused with abdominal work. And while this isn't meant to give you a 6 … Continue reading SI Joint Rehab (Part 2): Core Routine
You know, that sudden pain that comes on when you sit too long, stand up from your chair, or after you lean over to tie your shoes? Yeah, that could be your sacroiliac (SI) joint. You feel it in your low back, deep buttocks or even your groin. Chances are you’ve already had it checked … Continue reading 10 Tips for SI Joint Pain
Often overlooked, the goblet squat can be instrumental when working around an injury, during a rehab plan, for those just starting to squat, or even for seasoned lifters looking to reinforce some basics. After my injury, and before my sports PT even let me put weight on my back again, I was ONLY allowed to … Continue reading Why I Goblet Squat (A Lot)
