It's #MobilityMonday and today we're gonna target a muscle that pulls on your hips AND low-back (it connects them). When this muscle gets tight it can cause pain or discomfort in one or both of those spots. This muscle commonly gets tight from sitting a bunch, which a ton of people do in 2019. This means this drill can potentially help a ton of people. This is Part 3, but I included a summary of Part 1 and Part 2 in today's video. The muscle is called the psoas (pronounced so-as), if you care.
Couple quick notes:
- Using focus and going slow are the best ways to make sure you get the most benefit from this. On top of good form (as outlined) of course.
- You likely don't need to do the "part 3" advancement. I did this more as an excuse to re-demonstrate the importance of parts 1 and 2 cuz I've been studying anatomy a bunch and the psoas a silent culprit in a lot of discomfort.
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Have fun and do your best,
Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach (American Council on Exercise; Precision Nutrition)
