10/21/2024
With football, soccer, and golf seasons in full swing, it's important to focus on the key elements that help athletes perform at their best. These sports require a lot of rotational force, so having the right mobility, control, and power to move efficiently from the lower body to the upper body is crucial. Not only does this help improve performance, but it also prevents injuries.
For rotational athletes, here are some key areas to assess:
Mobility: Thoracic spine, lumbar spine, pelvis, hips, and shoulders
Stability: Hips and core
Neuromuscular control: Hips and core
Strength: Hips, core, and upper body
Movement patterns: Rolling
One common issue is the difficulty athletes have with dissociating movement between the spine, pelvis, and hips. Exercises like lumbo-pelvic-hip complex dissociation and rolling patterns can help address this and improve overall mobility. Another great move is the T-spine rotation with rib grab, which helps stretch and increase mobility in both the hips and shoulders.
Stay active, stay healthy, and enjoy your sport! If you're dealing with any pain or limited mobility, a physical therapist can help you get back on track.
