Hemiplegic Gait (Regaining Proper Walk after Having a Stroke)
Hemiplegic gait is a common symptom of stroke. Learn more about what is hemiplegic gait, the chances of walking again and exercises to help improve your gait.
The Best Glute Stretches for Improved Flexibility and Enhanced Lower Body Performance
Glute stretches can also help to relieve any discomfort such as low back pain or tight hips. When tightness is relieved, positive outcomes such as enhanced flexibility, improved range of motion, reduced risk of injury and improved overall mobility can occur.
Lifestyle Management (Activities of Daily Living)
Lifestyle management can become difficult as we age. Learn more about Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, their differences, and how you can assess ADL’s and IADL’s.
Aerobic Stroke Exercises to Regain Daily Function
Aerobic exercise following a stroke is an excellent way to reduce the risk of reoccurring stroke and to regain function. Learn about post-stroke aerobic exercise guidelines, intensity, safety, equipment and exercises.
Muscle Breakdown: Serratus Anterior
The Serratus Anterior also known as the boxer’s muscle is one of the most neglected muscles in the human body. Not only does the serratus anterior provide many functions to the shoulders.
Exercise Tutorial: Hacky Sack
The hacky sack exercise is a great movement to incorporate into your training regimen as it assists in mobilizing the hip flexors.
How to Perform a Quadruped Thoracic Rotation
The Quadruped Thoracic Rotation focuses on thoracic (mid-back) mobility through rotation and extension. These movements are required for us to do our daily tasks i.e overhead lifting.
Improve Hip Mobility with the 90/90 Stretch
The 90/90 stretch can improve hip health in the long term as insufficient hip internal and external rotators can lead to gait issues and/or increased risk of injury. Read about how to do, benefits, variations of the 90/90 stretch.
How to Perform A Hip Stretch With Twist
The hip stretch with twist is a great way to decompress the spine if you have tight hips and/or experience any sort of low back pain. It also requires a focus on stability and balance.
How to Perform Arm Hugs
The arm hugs are a great active and dynamic warm-up tool for the upper chest and back muscles. It helps increase the range of motion and flexibility of the shoulder joints. Stabilizing your torso is also required while performing this movement.
Muscle Breakdown: Gluteus Maximus
The gluteus maximus is the outermost butt muscle and is the biggest and strongest muscle in the entire body. Unfortunately, most people find a challenge in developing their buttocks.
How to Perform the Hip Internal Rotation
The benefits of the hip internal rotation are that it stretches and loosens tight and weak hip muscles. The internal rotation of the hip allows you to perform normal movements with ease such as walking, running, squatting, and crouching;
How to Perform the Hip External Rotation
There are multiple benefits of the hip external rotation/ external rotation of the hip. It’s a great dynamic warm-up to loosen the hip joint and surrounding muscles. Read about how to do, benefits and variations of the hip external rotation.
The Origins of Thai Massage
Read about the origins of thai massage. As well as, why thai massage results in an increase in flexibility, balanced body energy systems, and even relief in muscle and joint tension.
How to Perform the Lunge With Twist
The lunge with twist is a great dynamic exercise for the lower body, specifically targeting the glutes, hamstrings and quads.
How to Perform the Bounding Exercise
In this article, we’ll be breaking down the bounding exercise! Learn how to apply the bounding movement in your workout routine, and learn the benefits of the bounding exercise.
How to Perform the Side Shuffle
The side shuffle is one of the most popular exercises that is used for warming up and cardio training. Discover the benefits, variations, and how to perform a side shuffle.
Equipment Breakdown: Barbell and Hex Bar (Trap Bar)
We’ll be breaking down the differences between the barbell and hex bar (trap bar). From history, specs, weights, pros, and cons.
Push Press 101: Basics for Beginners
A Push Press, being a slightly more athletic maneuver, involves more of the body compared to an overhead press.
5 Reasons To Use A Weighted Vest
Ever wonder why you see people training with a weighted vest? In this article, you’ll learn what is a weighted vest, and the five benefits of using weighted vest while working out.