It’s not really possible to cover all there is with these two exercises in just one blog, many people have a preference on which compound exercise they prefer to do. Both the squat and the deadlift are excellent exercises. For this blog we are looking at the demands of the hips,...
Stop Stretching “Tight” Hamstrings
Hamstrings are not always “tight” due to short muscles A lot of people complain of that constant feeling of tightness in their hamstrings. Don’t get me wrong you can absolutely have short hamstrings and benefit from some form of myofascial release to lengthen those short hamstrings. However, if you are the...
Stretching Appropriately and Safely
There is a lot to like about stretching. Whether it’s for post-run recovery, yoga, or daily simple stretches to ease muscle tension, stretching is beneficial in numerous ways. Research has shown that stretching is a great way to maintain balance and freedom of movement, especially as we get older. However, stretching...