Each of these interventions is additive. Construction, piece by piece, to build a new capability.

The interesting aspect of this framework is not necessarily the rigidity of the rules, but that the shape of a joint aids in understanding how it moves. Our entire body is structured this way.

Our bodies are composed of parts, all connected and somewhat pliable in their nature. If we create a change in one place, a domino effect develops and all other regions respond accordingly.

One of the amazing things about the human body is how adaptable it is. We can change readily, if we allow ourselves to. This means acknowledging the injury and what it might mean for us, identifying steps to repair it and looking for ways to move forward.

Rotation seems to be one of the most effective and efficient ways to absorb and produce energy.

As coaches we have a number of interventions available to us that can positively influence our client’s abilities. Whether it be manually applied or through exercise, considering the chain of events from top to bottom gives us the best opportunity to deliver a favorable change.

Let’s imagine silly putty for example, it contorts itself to the pressures placed on it. It never takes a rigid shape and attempts to maintain it under every circumstance.

Stretching can have a place in a fitness or rehab program. Our interpretation of what is stretching needs refined, as well as the locations of the mechanisms at play.

Deciding where we want to alter mechanics influences how we prescribe movement. We can bias particular regions via different exercises, and that requires thoughtful programming.

A rib flare is not an anatomical dysfunction, but a strategy used by the body to move in particular ways.

The solution to the problems with quasi-static, prolonged positions is developing greater adaptability.

The unfortunate part of massive amounts of data is that dogmatic paradigms are created.

Our movements can become so subconscious and so ingrained that we lose our ability to create a novel pattern.

As an example, if someone has limited mobility at the level of the hip, performing a deep squat is most likely going to involve some degree of compensation. That compensation may show up in any number of places, but identifying the limitations in mobility prior to programming an exercise is critical in developing higher levels of performance.

Collisions occur with every movement we make, that is how we interact with the world.

Elevate the heels and slow the center of gravity, if the toes get elevated we are hitting the accelerator. Both can be useful strategies, but the context determines which activity is most appropriate for the person in front of us.

If a client of mine wants to know whether or not to wear toe spreaders, we take a look at their foot position. If they have a flat foot, and toes are more spread apart, their need for toe spreaders is most likely low. The person with a higher arch and toes close together, or more likely a candidate for toe spreaders with a better outcome.

Performing exercises and movements that create separation between body regions and allows them to move independently of one another, facilitates fluid movement options.

Flexing your spine under heavy load is most likely not ideal, and can certainly have consequences, however it is not a hard and fast rule.

Pronating is a normal movement pattern for any foot, in fact, pronation must occur somewhere as we move.