In episode 5 of our "Strength in 3D" series, we re-visit abduction and adduction from week 1 (episode 1 and 2) and start to layer on some more strength and control. With a focus on end range strength and control of hip abduction and adduction and the introduction of some shoulder abduction, we start to build strength and control to these isolated joint motions ahead of integrating them all together in the next session! Get ready for a burner!
Equipment:
yoga block
foam roller/rolled up towel
wall
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Locked and Loaded (4th September)
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Equipment:
long band/yoga strap/bath towel
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Ready for Lift Off (11th September)
In this class, we took what we trained in Episode 7 a little further with more reps of loaded hip, shoulder and knee CARs and some more challenging positions. We also challenged some fast contraction work for hip abduction. Every session building a little more strength and capacity that can be ap...
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Speedy Gonzales (18th September)
In this penultimate session of the Strength in 3D series we introduce the final element which is training the nervous system and tissues for speed and velocity. We utilise some not often used techniques from the Kinstretch system in Ballistic Isometrics, Pulses and Catches to increase the nervous...
