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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:

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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 Strengthen Your Hips and Core

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 21, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

For those interested in preserving hip health and mobility, this is a compound movement that I can suggest working at - it's more challenging than basic hip swivel work, but is an excellent way of combining hip, core, and upper body conditioning. Read more

 

How to Open Up Tight Hips

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 08, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

For those struggling with hip pain and stiffness, this is a simple stretch that I recommend doing daily.

This is best done with a strong resistance band - I prefer one made of a fabric-like material like this: Fabric Resistance Band Read more

 

How to Build Pain-Free and Mobile Shoulders at Any Age

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 12, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Shoulder Mobility Exercises

If you have a tendency to experience shoulder pain or stiffness, I recommend doing the stretches shown in the video above before getting out of bed. Read more

 

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