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Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Athleticism defined by Usain Bolt
Is there something about Usain Bolt's run that is different from a lot of other elite sprinters? Can we learn something about athleticism from this lightning bolt of a runner?
Typical answers like "well, he is a foot taller than the rest" or "he utilizes the latest pharmaceutical secret", do not explain the obvious natural athleticism of his movement.
What is athleticism "defined" and "taught" by Usain Bolt?
1. An "effortless" completion of a given task
2. An ability to adapt to different situations and challenges (slippery track etc)
3. A fluid team-work within the orchestra of body parts
4. Fun and focus combined
Watch the symphony of human movement, 200m in Lausanne (in rain)
Tommi
PS: Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers.
Typical answers like "well, he is a foot taller than the rest" or "he utilizes the latest pharmaceutical secret", do not explain the obvious natural athleticism of his movement.
What is athleticism "defined" and "taught" by Usain Bolt?
1. An "effortless" completion of a given task
2. An ability to adapt to different situations and challenges (slippery track etc)
3. A fluid team-work within the orchestra of body parts
4. Fun and focus combined
Watch the symphony of human movement, 200m in Lausanne (in rain)
Tommi
PS: Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Happy calves & stable hips
Hello there,
Some of our athletes out there need a few exercises to keep the calves happy and healthy while training a lot. An important part of keeping the lower leg in shape, is taking care of the anatomical neighbors highr up in the chain such as the hip.
Functionally mobile calves with right amount of stability from the hip helps to keep the package together. Here is a quick routine for a a runner to incorporate into the warm-up/movement prep.
1. Self-myofascial release/foam rolling: calves
2. Dynamic 3D flexibility: straight knee + bent knee
3. Integrated flexibility, staggered stance with arm drivers
4. Activation of the hip complex/gluteal family: lateral miniband walk
Keep the feet and calves happy and the rest of the body will thank you!
Have fun!
Tommi
PS: Also, post-running foam rolling helps calves to recover and regenerate through stimulated blood circulation.
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