Importance of Scapular Exercises
Today I have an interview for you on the Importance of Scapular Exercise. This interview is with a fitness professional specializing in injury and a passion for the shoulder. Well, the discussion is with me. […]
Rotator Cuff Exercises
6 Ways to Help Your Rotator Cuff and Not Hurt It
I went to the weight room and did a workout yesterday. While in there, someone caught my eye. It was a person performing rotator cuff exercises. As I went from exercise to exercise, he went […]
Kind Words on Friday
Kind words are like a warm hug on Friday. We can all use more kindness in the world, and research shows that speaking kind words is one of the most effective ways to be kinder. […]
Problem with Overtraining Your Abs
There always seems to be a new trend when it comes to working out. Last year, it was squatting; this year, it’s ab-crunching. The problem with most fads is that they don’t last long, and […]
Rick’s Random Rambles -7-16-10
It has been a bit of a crazy week. Here are some Random Rambles this week. I have been in Orange County at a Fitness Conference. It was a little more than a fitness conference; […]
Clip From Most Effective Rotator Cuff Exercise Program
What is Rotator Cuff? A rotator cuff is a group of tendons found in the upper arm. The tendons are responsible for helping us lift objects, rotate our wrists, and extend our arms. These tendons […]
The Silent Triggers Leading to Shoulder Injuries
Part III: The Silent Triggers Leading to Shoulder Injuries Leading into this final segment of this article we have discussed the kinetic chain response and how cueing can play an integral role in the retraining […]
What is My Shoulder Injury Exercise Cue?
What is Shoulder Injury Exercise? A shoulder injury exercise cue is any cue or tip given to help a person with a shoulder injury be able to continue exercising while protecting the injured area. For […]
What Rotator Cuff Exercises with a Rolled Up Towel?
I will chat about rotator cuff exercises today and why/when/how to use a towel when performing rotator cuff exercises. When working in a large rehabilitation center, I worked with various physical therapists. They all had […]
Rotator Cuff Pain with Lateral Raises
If you have any pain in the shoulder, neck, or elbow joint (e.g., tennis elbow), you might be dealing with rotator cuff tendonitis. Rotator cuff tendonitis can be extremely painful and limit your range of […]