Photo credit Dr. Austin Baraki Despite the numerous physiological benefits of barbell training, there is also another commonly forgotten reward! The Older Adult A commonly seen problem in the older …
You Don’t Need to Toe Touch to Deadlift Safely
Recently, I became engaged in a discussion about utilizing the toe touch as a screen to safely perform the deadlift. The rationale goes like this: In order to safely perform …
Hip Shift During Squats
While the majority of people will be able to squat symmetrically when taught correctly, there will inevitably be some who do not. One issue that I’ve seen recently is shifting …
Stop Force Feeding Core Stability Drills!
Core stability training has made a huge impact on how we train our midsection for health and performance; however, just like anything in the fitness industry, it can be taken …
Your Hips Don’t Go Out of Place!
If I had a dime for every time one of my patients told me “my hip is out of place,” I’d be a rich man. While I can understand why …
Stop Haphazardly Doing Mobility Work
The push for mobility work in the fitness and rehabilitation world today is strong. From people who are relentless searching for more mobility, to those who utilize them “just because …
Strength Training is Prehab
Recently, there has been a push in both the fitness and rehabilitative communities for “prehab,” but what does this REALLY mean? According to EXOS: “Prehab is a proactive approach to …
A Better Way to Do the Band Pull Apart
The band pull apart is possibly one of the most effective accessory exercises for overall shoulder health and stability; however, even it can be overused. With the majority of barbell …
Stop Fearing Spinal Flexion
The hip hinge is one of the most beneficial movement patterns any lifter should master. It enables one to safely and efficiently lift heavy loads off of the ground. However, …
Top 5 Squat Mobility Drills
People frequently say they are not “mobile” enough to squat to depth. As a result, they stop squatting and begin haphazardly and inefficiently focusing on mobility work. Here’s the truth. …