Hi, my name is Michael Mash, and I’m a recovering foam roller addict. Yes, you heard me correctly. I was addicted to foam rolling, and I’m here to tell you ...
I Hurt My Back Lifting Weights…Now What?
If you’ve been training hard in the gym, at some point in your career you’ve probably experienced low back pain. Maybe it’s happened to you multiple times, and yes, it ...
Treating Achilles Tendinopathy with Barbell Rehab
Achilles tendinopathy is a common problem many athletes experience. While there are a wide variety of treatments utilized in the rehab world that claim to have benefits, successful, long-term outcomes ...
Do the Board Press for Banged Up Shoulders
The board press has been utilized by powerlifters to improve lockout strength; however, it also has a key role for those struggling with banged up shoulders Shoulder Pain During the ...
Stop Doing the Six-Inch Leg Raise
The six-inch leg raise is glorified by high-school coaches across the country as being a premier drill to train the core. However, when done incorrectly it can do more harm ...
The Truth About Spinal Manipulation
Spinal manipulation has been around for centuries; however, many of its claims are vastly exaggerated. Here's how to use it the optimal way to decrease pain and maximize performance! What ...
Why Your Mobility Drills Don't Work
The push for mobility drills in the fitness and rehabilitation world today is strong. From people who are relentlessly searching for the “magic bullet” drill to finally solve all of ...
Barbell Rehab is Patient Empowerment
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
Hip shift during squats is a very common occurrence for many barbell athletes. A hip shift occurs when your hips move laterally towards one side or the other at the ...