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Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS)
In the second half of February 22, I completed my first level of a Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation course, or DNS for short. It will be awhile before I can call myself a DNS therapist. However, we can implement some of the techniques in practice.
DNS encompasses principles of developmental kinesiology during the first year of life. The process defines posture, breathing pattern, and functional joint centration from a neurodevelopmental perspective. In short, we work through (…)
Surfing warm up series: Psoas lunges and squats
In the fourth and final installment of my surfing warm-up series, we are going to focus on hip flexion by stretching the Psoas and assess our new hip mobility by doing squats. Being comfortable in a low squat position without lifting your heels off the ground demonstrates great hip mobility. Squats are beneficial to surfing and a lot of other sports as it allows you to (…)
Surfing warm-up series: Internal rotation and adductor stretching
The internal rotators in my opinion are another more forgotten aspect of the hips’ range of motion and something we take for granted. They are crucial for rotating the knees in, while not putting too much strain on the inside (medial) of the knee joint. The inside of our knees especially the medial collateral ligament (MCL) take a lot of load during surfing, due to (…)
Surfing warm up series: 90/90 for the Piriformis and Gluteus Maximus stretch
In this video, we are focusing on hip mobility and releasing the Piriformis through the exercise 90/90 and stretching Gluteus Maximus. Surfing involves hip adjustments in order to adapt to the wave and sections. The glutes play a crucial role in (…)
Surfing warm up series: Ankle and Glute ROM
Over the next few weeks, I am sharing a series of exercises for a surfing warm-up routine that focuses on mobilising the hips. These exercises are quick and effective so that it doesn’t cut into your surfing time too much. This routine can be adapted to all levels and all sports that require a high level of (…)
CHO x MVMA
Recently I have had the opportunity to do a couple of training videos with the team at Macleay Valley Martial Arts (MVMA) on exercises that can help athletes with shoulder impingement, shoulder pain, and increasing their Range of Motion (ROM).