2nd exercise following on from hip flexor stretch using the foam roller
Basic table top toe taps to engage the core, glutes and lower abdominals. Using the foam roller in this position can help stop the hip flexors coming into action too when the core is still weak. . . . . .
A simple Pilates bridge to engage the glute posterior muscles
Feet hip width apart, Raise your bottom up into bridge,, lift your leg up, making sure you don’t drop your hip. You will see I dropped slightly more on one side than the other as that’s my weaker side at the moment. Try to place your foot down gently. You only need to do 2 […]
Physio pilates rehab
Basic core and glute strengthening exercise. Alternate leg lifts, transferring weight from leg to leg engaging glutes whilst pulling down on a taut band. This helps engage the core. With thanks to @bh_beyondhealth
Physio exercise for rehab
When you have a knee injury, unable to exercise as usual, and you’re hyper-mobile, muscles quickly switch off especially the glute, core and hamstrings. It’s starting over again with the most basic fitness exercises. To kick start muscle memory and functionality, tie a stretchy band knotted at the ends over a door frame, and pull […]
My thought for the day
Especially when you smile, others will smile back. Even strangers. Have a great Sunday.
Easter Sunday morning beach ride
What an inspirational man
When you’ve torn the ligaments in your knee and you can’t exercise or walk much then how better to cheer yourself up with new Spring colour painted toenails
When you have a knee injury and are frustrated by pain, not being able to function normally on a daily basis, get around easily or exercise, its so important to stay positive and motivated
Also to be careful in your mindset and reinforce the power of a positive outcome with what yoi say.
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