This progression adds a strength component to the SHOULDER MOBILITY exercise.
Use a dowel, broom stick, or golf club to complete this exercise to help with any shoulder mobility issues.
Controlled Articular Rotation of the wrist.
Controlled Articular Rotation of the elbow.
The 90/90 hip mobility movement is a great way to work on both hips at the same time. It combines external rotation of the front leg and internal rotation of the back leg which is required in most dynamic and athletic movements from walking, to a golf swing, to a hockey stride. A lack of either internal/external rotation on either side can lead to compensations in movement.
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The following videos demonstrate modifications for the 90/90. Some key points to help perform the movement are:
• both knees need to be at 90 degree angles
• foot on front leg should be in line with the back knee and shin
This a way of waking up the joints and muscles in your neck while learning to self-assess possible areas of tightness/restrictions. Something to consider incorporating into your daily routine.