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We all know that one of the most important movement patterns that needs needs needs, did I say needs? Yes, needs to be included in a training program, not to say the others aren’t important, but I’d say it’s the one that gets forgotten by those that aren’t quite in the know. With that, most of us can agree that one of the best exercise for this movement pattern is the deadlift, in some variation. Most coaches will nod their heads with the next point, many clients are either intimidated or even refuse to do a deadlift. Well damn what do we do, just pass over it? Hell no, we’re all smarter than that, we get the hinge pattern done somehow! For those that may be fresh out of ideas and what to do for this pattern instead, here’s some ideas, I tried to list them in some order of progression; (Note; if you feel any of these in your back either ask for help with technique or try going back to another progression) Glute Bridge This is the most basic of hinges, push those heels into the ground and track crack an acorn between your glutes. 1-Leg Bridge The next step up, pick 1 foot off the ground, push the remaining heel on the ground and squeeze that glute. Goat Belly Swing Made popular by the one and only Dan John, put the bottom of the KB against your stomach, relax the knees and push those hips back. Band Hinge Similar to the goat belly, put a heavy-isa band around your waist, push those hips back, stand up and squeeze those glutes hard. Cable/Band Pull Through One step further from the hinge, hold the handles taut, don’t actively reach through your legs with your arms. Hip Thrust Keep the shoulders on the bench, don’t arch through your back, keep your chin tucked. This can also be done on a bench, especially since most gyms don’t have an actual hip thrust machine. 1-Leg Hip Thrust These suck, no way around it, but when they suck a little less, you know you’ve gotten better. Remember to push that heel into the floor, most people wind up on their forefoot or toes. Leg Curls (Ball or Slider) The slider variation of this makes your hammies SCREAM! If you find that you can’t keep everything in line through out the movement, try just doing the extension part slowly, then dropping your butt to reset first. KB Swing The arms should NOT be doing loads of lifting, they should be holding the bell, the hips do the lifting. RDL (BB/KB/DB) Squeeze the handles/bars real hard to keep those shoulders locked in, don’t go down beyond the point where your back starts to round (usually around knee caps to mid shin). Hopefully those of you that might be a little scared of deadlifts (come on), but also try these so you don’t neglect those posterior chain muscles. You need that group to be super strong in order to stay health and continue to see progress. That's what I got for you all today, everyone have a happy and safe Thanksgiving. Don't forget that 'getting after it' bit though!
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Happy Friday everyone! Hopefully everyone's had a fun start to their November! I'm writing this from a friends house this morning, so you're welcome. Alright I've got some good stuff for everyone to check out while they're cruising into their Saturday, but first let's have a look at the Insta post of the week;
There's No Such Thing As Injury Prevention- I've not really been a fan of this term for a long while. Dr. John Rusin gives good reason as to why we should completely ditch this term. We need to be better and stop trying to use this to sell to clients and pretend that we're all world coaches. The Simplest Strength Routine- Dan John is a fan of keeping things very simple, yet somehow he still one of the most respected coaches out there. Also, have you seen the size of the guy? For those that can't figure out what to do in the gym and have program ADD, give this thing a shot. Should You Fear Lumbar Flexion?- We always make Lumbar flexion out to be the devil in training and PT. We find of need to have some though, so maybe we can tone it down just a touch? Have a read of this piece from Sam Spinelli if you need a little more convincing. |
AuthorJarrod Dyke, CSCS Archives
September 2024
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