Have you ever wondered why certain weightlifters appear to thrive in specific exercises while performing averagely in others? The key often lies in their body proportions, significantly influencing their performance. Regarding the deadlift, your body’s structure and proportions play a pivotal role in determining your starting point and the distribution of leverage on various […]
By: Ryan R. Fairall, PhD, CSCS, ACSM-EP, NASM-CPT, CES, PES The Importance of Performing a Static Postural Assessment With Clients Over the last decade or so, assessing clients’, patients’, and athletes’ static and dynamic posture has become a common practice during initial and follow-up health and fitness assessments. This has been a great step forward […]
The push-up is a strength exercise that activates the pecs and the core muscles to stabilize the spine and enable a neutral spine position throughout the exercise. But some push-up exercises will pump up your core more than others by changing the body’s direction, disconnecting a limb, working on an unstable surface, and more. In […]
The Supine Leg Raise is a highly effective exercise that targets the abdominal muscles, helping to improve strength and core stability. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced at the gym, incorporating supine leg raises into your workout routine can yield remarkable results. This Muscle and Motion article explores the benefits of the Supine Leg Raise, […]
How to Shoulder Press form guide: tips for perfect execution The Shoulder Press is a fundamental upper-body exercise that targets the shoulder muscles, helping to build strength and develop a well-rounded shoulder. This comprehensive Muscle and Motion guide offers valuable tips to help you precisely execute the shoulder press while also providing an in-depth analysis […]
Are you seeking strong hip abductor muscles and a stable pelvis? Want to avoid knee valgus, ITB syndrome, and hip or lower back problems? The Hip Hike Exercise is a straightforward yet highly beneficial movement when performed correctly. This exercise specifically targets and strengthens the hip abductor muscles. These muscles play a crucial role in […]
This detailed Muscle and Motion article, will provide a comprehensive review of Flat Back Syndrome and explore effective ways to diagnose and conservatively treat this condition. Understanding flat back posture: Flat back, or fixed sagittal imbalance, refers to a postural spinal imbalance or deformation in the sagittal plane where the normal lumbar lordotic curve is […]
The Lunge exercise is a fundamental lower-body movement that targets various muscle groups and is a valuable addition to any workout routine. Lunges engage not only the quadriceps but also the glutes, hamstrings, and more. In a previous article about how to lunge, we discussed the proper technique for performing lunges and the muscles involved. […]
All about the Salmon Ladder from a scientific perspective! Let’s talk about the Salmon Ladder exercise for a moment. It’s an explosive full-body exercise that challenges so many muscles and skills – core muscles, pull-up muscles, grip strength, stability, and hand-eye coordination. ALL AT THE SAME TIME! So whether you’re a Ninja Warrior enthusiast or […]
The Lunge exercise is a fundamental lower-body movement that targets various muscle groups and is a valuable addition to any workout routine. Lunges engage not only the quadriceps but also the glutes, hamstrings, and more. Discover the proper technique for performing Lunges and achieving stronger legs with this detailed Muscle and Motion guide. Which Muscles […]