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An Introduction to 90/90 Hip Mobility Exercises

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 20, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

90/90 hip mobility work is highly effective for improving functional range of motion of your hip joints.

Before beginning 90/90 work, I suggest warming up your spine, particularly your lower spine, as sitting in the 90/90 position can put some strain on your spine and surrounding soft tissues, and thoroughly warming up your back will decrease risk of straining muscles and ligaments in and around your spine. Read more

 

A Fun Way to Work on Front and Back Levers

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 18, 2023
Core Strength

This is a look at how to use a simple resistance band to provide enough support for most people to have fun with gymnastics holds like the front and back lever.

Both levers are excellent for developing core, scapular, and grip strength.

When doing the back lever, the goal is to keep your abs and glutes engaged while your scapulae are protracted and depressed. Read more

 

Variations of Squats to Improve Balance, Core Strength, and Lower Body Mobility

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 16, 2023
Healthy For Tennis
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Knee Mobility Exercises

A deck squat is the name for the movement pattern of rolling gently onto one's back, then using the momentum of rolling forward into a body-weight squat. Read more

 

Negative Body Levers to Develop Core Strength

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 15, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Core Strength

If you feel comfortable with basic plank poses, side twists, arches, and crunches, to further develop functional core strength, you can add negative body levers to your training routine.

You'll need a comfortable surface to lie back on - a yoga mat or gym mats work well - as well as a strong anchor point that you can secure your hands on behind your head. Read more

 

Daily Release For Tight Hips

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 15, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

For those looking to address or prevent hip pain and stiffness without having to get on the ground, this is a simple and highly effective way of improving hip health daily. Read more

 

Controlled Articular Rotations While Standing

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 10, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Mobility Exercise Routines

Controlled Articular Rotations (CARs) are a staple of Functional Range Conditioning, a system of improving human mobility taught by Dr. Andreo Spina.

For those who have trouble getting to the ground to exercise, this video provides a look at some CARs that one can do while standing.

As you should do with all exercises, please be mindful of breathing regularly and deeply as you do CARs. You can linger in areas where you feel some stickiness. Read more

 

Juggling and Balance Exercises

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 09, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

Here are some other balance exercises from our YouTube video library:

Variations of squats:
https://youtu.be/ISSnfN9Eulc

Purposeful movement for balance:
https://youtu.be/6DrRRS1H7UI

Deep squat for balance:
https://youtu.be/_r8i_T5Dr1M Read more

 

Basic Plank Core Exercises Using an Exercise Ball

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 07, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Core Strength

For more mobility videos, please visit our YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/drbenkim Read more

 

Gentle Bouncing Exercises for Lymphatic Health, Core Strength, and Better Balance

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 02, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

Gently bouncing up and down while partially submerged under water is an excellent way of improving circulation throughout your body, maintaining muscle and bone strength, and promoting healthy circulation of lymph fluid through your lymphatic system - all are essential to supporting optimal immune system strength. Read more

 

How to Dissolve Trigger Points Through Your Upper Back, Shoulders, and Neck

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 31, 2023
Natural Health Solutions
Neck Mobility Exercises

SKLZ Accustick - Trigger Point and Tension Relief Self-Massage Tool: https://amzn.to/2QGgUU7

When looking to diminish knots or areas of hypertonicity in any muscle group, it can be highly effective to actively move an underlying joint through its natural range of motion while apply steady pressure to the muscle belly that is tight. Read more

 

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