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 […]…
Balloon Breathing for Core Stability The Value of Blowing Up A Balloon The Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) covered balloon breathing in this article. This week’s exercise is an adaptation of the balloon breathing used in their “90/90 bridge with ball and balloon.” Strength and conditioning coaches and manual therapists can check out the home study […]…
Banded Breathing for Core Stability This exercise restores diaphragm function for improved core stability. A band is tied around the lower ribcage to encourage lateral expansion of the lower ribcage. Diaphragmatic breathing is different than chest breathing and often confused with belly breathing. If you are just breathing into your belly and not expanding the […]…
Kolar Wall Bug The Kolar Wall Bug is a breathing and core stabilization exercise that is great pre-workout for abdominal activation. Athletes that over-extend their low-back during squats and deadlifts can prevent lumbar hyperextension by learning to breathe effectively and integrate breathing with core stabilization. Proper breathing is the key to core stabilization. Breathing affects […]…