A Tale of Two Hip Shifts: Hip ER vs IR

This video is in response to a question I received from Brian on whether the hip shift is hip internal or external rotation. My experience and understanding indicates that it can be both, as I explain in the video.

Enjoy and please reach out with any questions.

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Be well

Standing Hip CARs

This video demonstrates the execution of standing hip CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/

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With much gratitude,

Chris

Quadruped Hip CARs

This video demonstrates the execution of quadruped hip CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/

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With much gratitude,

Chris

Questions with Corey: Learning

In this session with Corey, we discuss systems for learning. I really enjoyed this conversation and feel like we touched on several key topics for becoming an effective, life long learner.

Topics covered include:

  1. Information gathering

  2. Setting a schedule

  3. Building a resume by creating online content

  4. Using writing as a teacher

If you have any comments of questions please leave them below.

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Shoulder CARs

This video demonstrates the execution of shoulder CARs or controlled articular rotations from the methods of Functional Range Conditioning. https://functionalanatomyseminars.com/

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With much gratitude,

Chris

Armbar Variations

This video demonstrates three different versions of the kettlebell armbar with three different intentions:

  1. Pectoralis major stretch
  2. Improving shoulder external rotation
  3. Improving latissimus dorsi activation (compressive shoulder internal rotation)

Please comment with questions. Happy to discuss further!

Extended Exhale Breathing

In this video, I discuss extended exhale breathing in both standing and a prone plank position.

This strategy of breathing is valuable to relax muscle tension, down regulate the nervous system, as well as to guide muscle contraction toward the midline of the body.

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With much gratitude,

Chris

Questions with Corey: Hanging

This is a short clip from a Q and A session with my colleague Corey where we discuss the value of building tolerance to hanging postures as a manner of granting more options for promoting shoulder mobility.

Crab Position Variations

This video demonstrates the Animal Flow created crab pose and its variations:

Forward traveling crab

Reverse traveling crab

Side traveling crab

https://animalflow.com/

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With much gratitude,

Chris

Dr Anne Kirk: Krav Maga, Feldenkrais, and Rotational Power

The following is an interview with Dr. Anne Kirk.

Anne is a doctor of physical therapy and owner of Principle Movement, a company intent on helping individuals move through life with confidence and success. (https://principlemovement.com/)

Anne is also Director of Women’s Self Protection for Krav Maga Universal and runs a Krav Maga school with her husband, teaching both children and adults.

On top of all this, she has earned her BA in Dance from Goucher College, and received certifications in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), barefoot training, and kettlebell instruction through Strong First.

She is a straight up BADASS!

In our conversation, we discussion the following:

Research on key performance indicators for rotational power

The Fekdenkrais method for improving rotation (https://feldenkrais.com/)

Common limitations when learning effective striking

Bill Hartman, internal momentum, and flow (https://billhartmanpt.com/)

PRI, hip shifting and rotation (https://www.posturalrestoration.com/)

Bretzel Set Up and Demonstration

This video demonstrates and explains some important points of set-up for the mobility corrective, the "Bretzel", named for movement legend Brett Jones.

The video also shows some simple regressions to make the movement more attainable for the beginner.

Please comment with questions!

Questions with Corey: Integrating Movement Models

In this session with Corey, we discuss the commonalities and differences between various movement models such as FRC, PRI and Bill Hartman's Intensive Model.

Topics include:

Internal influences on movement

The importance of the breath

Directional isometric contractions

Irradiation, joint dissociation and hip shifting

Please reach out with any questions!

Pre-requisite for Rotation: The Hip Shift

In this video, I demonstrate and describe the hip shift and three progressive manners of assessing and training it.

Please comment with questions regarding any topic you would like addressed.

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Be well Chris

Hollow Rock Progression

This video demonstrates a progression through the hollow body rock.

Major takeaways:

Progress from large rocks to smaller rocks to learn progressively increase the concentric propulsion of the rock.

Start with hands on shins for support

Progress to hands at side

Progress "inch by inch" to arms overhead and legs fully extended

Maintain an abdominal and hip extensor connection throughout each progression. If this connection cannot be maintained, do not progress.

Questions with Corey: Pain vs Injury

In this installment of questions with Corey, we discuss the all too important topic of pain and how it differs from structural injury.

Please feel free to reach out with questions as I'd be happy to discuss further.

A Discussion with Dr. Arianne Missimer

This video is a discussion with the versatile Dr. Arianne Missimer. Of her many credentials, she is a "triple threat" of doctor of physical therapy, registered dietician, and certified strength and conditioning. I've been lucky enough to call her a friend for the last several years, and I am thankful that she agreed to take the time to sit down for this conversation.

We discuss:

Mindfulness: Her current research, study, and practice, as well as common misconceptions

Adapting her movement-oriented business during quarantine

Finding time to create online educational content as a small business owner

Callisto Talks with Antonio Faneite

In this YouTube interview with Antonio Faneite of Callisto Sports Performance, I discuss the importance of strength for optimal health and longevity, as well as other topics such as fear of injury, and supportive nutrition.