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1) ACL Prevention Strategies - Part III
Author:
Joe Heiler
Category:
Sports
In the second part of this series, I discussed preparing to land on one leg. It's not a perfect world so the ideal two foot landing is not always practical. The single leg squat exercise is a great way to develop the strength and control needed to land in a protected position no matter the situation. Now it's time to take it a step further and incorporate plyometric drills into the ACL prevention program.Plyometric training involves quicker, more explosive movements, such as jumping d...
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2) ACL Prevention Strategies - Part II
Author:
Joe Heiler
Category:
Sports
In the first part of this series, I discussed the ability to land properly on two feet to reduce stress on the knee and specifically the ACL. A safe landing requires sufficient ankle and hip mobility as well as hip and trunk stability. For any athlete that has to go overhead (basketball, volleyball, tennis, etc.) landing places great demands on both thoracic spine and shoulder mobility and stability as well. Exercises were presented to address any limitations in joint motion, flexibility, or...
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