This video demonstrates two advanced exercises that can be done to strengthen the core. … [Read more...] about Video: Advanced Level Core Strength Training
Strength
Video: Standing Hip Abductions
These are a standing version of the Lying Hip Abductions (aka Side/Lying Leg Raises or "Jane Fondas"). The standing version engages more core muscles as you balance on one leg. Stand on one foot. Maintain tall and straight body position. Squeeze medial glute (side of hip) to abduct (move away from body) as far as you can. Return leg to midline in a controlled manner. … [Read more...] about Video: Standing Hip Abductions
Video: Eccentric Calf Raises
Raise up with both legs and down with one leg. Stage 1: body weight to flat Stage 2: body weight to drop (done on stair or slant board) Stage 3: progressively add weight in a backpack up to 45-55 pounds … [Read more...] about Video: Eccentric Calf Raises
Video: Achilles Drill for Runners
Stand so that you face a wall two feet away. Keep your entire foot on the ground and allow your body to roll forward at the ankle so that you “fall” into the wall. (Use your hands to stop your chest from hitting the wall.) The goal is to avoid the tendency to push off at the ankle (as you “fall” into the wall). You want to replicate this motion while running. When running, … [Read more...] about Video: Achilles Drill for Runners
Video: Back Extension
Start by lying on the floor in the prone position (face down). Pull your elbows into the rib cage and lift upper body off the ground, leading with the chest. Squeeze the shoulder blades. Return upper body to the ground. Repeat for a designated time (e.g. 20-30 seconds) or number of reps (e.g. 8-12). … [Read more...] about Video: Back Extension