We think of soleus as an ankle plantar flexor  However in closed chain at midstance, the soleus’ force pulls the tibia posteriorly exerting an extension moment on the knee In this way soleus is a major knee extensor. Here is the open SIM Soleus, it matters! #biomechanics #gait

New favourite plank variation for those who like getting contralateral.

Thread: To cue or not to cue? Is that the question? I believe we owe it to the broader coaching community to consider the merit of what appears to be a growing tension between instructional (verbal) and constraint-led (non-verbal) approaches to coaching. 1/19

Again, it is not about cues vs constraints, it is about better cues AND better constraints. If we focus on the task and what the task is asking of the athlete, we will learn how best to guide attention. Maybe a cue, maybe a constraint, maybe both. 19/19

A comparison of the effectiveness of splinting, exercise and electrotherapy in women patients with hallux valgus: A randomized clinical trial 👀👀👇👇‼️ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34388424/

The Neuromuscular Effects of the Copenhagen Adductor Exercise: A Systematic Review 👀👀👇👇 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/P…

Mental Stress and Its Effects on Vascular Health… sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

A PSA: I am not here to argue. I am here to share my perspectives derived from my experience & to learn from others who share theirs. If you have different experiences to mine, please share them. However, that sharing doesn't require argument or direct engagement. Thank you.

What factors contribute to the Scapular Assistance Test result? 🤔🥸 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36269769/

If you picture a scapula that is Anterior Tilted vs a scapula that is posteriorly tilted, you can appreciate the fact that they will have far different “starting points” for the Local External Rotation.

💎 Banded Arm Bar External Rotation ⚾️ Use This exercise to challenge End Range External Rotation and Posterior Scapular Tilt 🔥 As you move in ER, you should see the front of the shoulder move backwards ⬅️ This is a product of the Scap tipping backwards to allow clean layback

Another priority for us has been maintaining a strong emphasis on foot & ankle health. This has become one of my favorites. Mainly for the negative shin angle/plantarflexion when pushing back ⬇️

10 Exercises You Should Consider Adding To Your Warm-Up - In the following video, you will see a few great warm-up options/variations. tinyurl.com/y2ebumm4

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A New Exercise for Strength and Stability of the Shoulder - mikereinold.com/a-new-exercise…

Strengthen your posterior tibialis to get rid of plantar fasciitis💪 This exercise will strengthen the posterior tibialis muscle, leading to improved eccentric pronation during your everyday activities, a healthier foot, and a happier you.

#TechniqueTuesday- The landmine single-leg RDL is a great alternative to the dumbbell or barbell RDL. It takes pressure off of the lower back and spine, and still allows the exercise to be loaded. Learn more about the single-leg RDL in Lower Body Training.ecs.page.link/7d8Yp