[quicktime]http://kevinneeld.com/videos/Side%20Plank%20Perturbation.mov[/quicktime] Adding a partner perturbation turns this basic core stabilization exercise into a reactive core (and shoulder!) stabilization exercise. It also ties in a team dynamic, as your athletes learn to work in pairs or small groups. The goal is the same as the regular side plank: maintain a neutral position. The only thing that’s […]
My schedule has been exceptionally busy this week. Papers/articles to write, presentations to prepare, marketing to do, etc. No complaints-I’m fortunate to spend the large majority of my day doing things I’m passionate about. But because I’m limited on time, I’m going to keep it short and sweet today. More on Core Training… Core training […]
I’ve been a Flyers fan for as long as I could remember. We’ve had our good years and our bad years, but one thing always seems to remain constant-just about every time there is a Flyers’ player in a highlight, it’s a poor defenseman or goalie on the losing end of a highlight reel play. […]
As promised…my favorite rotational core training exercise. This is actually an ANTI-rotation exercise, developed by and named after physical therapist John Pallof. Remember that the primary function of the core musculature is to provide stability in the presence of internal and external forces causing movement. Essentially all this exercise involves is setting up something (like a […]
On Wednesday I introduced the Front Plank and went over why it’s an essential part of any hockey training program. The Side Plank (video above) adds a greater emphasis to the lateral musculature of the core, including the muscles underneath what most people refer to as their “love handles.” Will it help get rid of […]
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