Image courtesy of RockTape® and Perry Nickelston (Stop Chasing Pain) Supine to Oblique Sit Roll The supine to oblique sit roll is an exercise that simulates an ipsilateral rolling pattern. The maturing baby first learns to stabilize in the sagittal plane – either on their back or stomach (supine/prone). A weightlifter squatting is utilizing the […]…
Can You Breathe Away Hamstring Tightness? Everyone seems to have ‘tight’ hamstrings. The most popular stretch and one that has been with us since John F Kennedy’s exercise program was launched into schools is the straight leg hamstring stretch. There are standing, seated, and supine variations that are used by gym members on a regular […]…
The Rib Roll Exercise The rib roll exercise improves rotation through the thoracic spine. Thoracic spine immobility – both limited extension and rotation – creates problems at the neck and shoulders. Pair this exercise with this passive thoracic spine mobilization. Then retest your thoracic rotation and shoulder flexibility. Lastly, rolling is a good way to […]…