Corrective Exercise for Neck Pain Relief

 

Dr. Osar discusses:

common causes for neck tension 

some basic muscular anatomy of the neck

what you can start to do to address neck discomfort

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What can you do, as the Fit Pro, as it relates to perimenopause?

 Because hormone fluctuations can impact how well a woman executes an exercise pattern, there might be days/weeks when she struggles with her program. 

This might mean:

  • You need to manage her expectations 
  • Meet her wants with what she actually needs

It’ll be especially important at this time to monitor her form as well as decrease the number of reps and the amount of load. 

We have all experienced at least a client or two who does NOT like putting on the breaks. 

However, we can pave a smoother path.  It simply means doing a “Recovery Day/Week.”  Assure her that you’re still working toward her goal and that this week appears to be a week that her body is needing a bit of recovery.  Perhaps it can be phrased, “In an effort to help you maintain a successful workout, we’re going to modify your program in a manner that allows you to perform exercises that still move you toward your goal but won’t...

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Training Spinal Rotation in Older Adults

 

Dr. Osar shares how to train spinal rotation in older adults.

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Low Back Pain: The Best Corrective Exercise For Your Clients

 

Dr. Evan Osar discusses low back pain. What backstrength exercises you shouldn’t be doing with your clients?
He also shares the number one thing you should be evaluating in your clients with low back pain.
And the number one corrective exercise we do for low back pain.

Dr. Osar offers practical guidance on teaching clients to achieve better core stabilization and breathing strategies, thus, promoting a more sustainable and injury-free lifestyle. By prioritizing a comprehensive and informed approach you can empower clients with effective strategies for managing chronic conditions like low back pain and improving their overall quality of life.

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Do you Focus on Goals or The Process

 

Dr. Osar shares:

  • A recent client interaction
  • Goals and the Process
  • Invitation and join more and learn how to use a system

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Module 1: Integrative Movement System™ Foundations

 
One of the most challenging aspects when working with the general population is knowing where to begin and how to appropriately progress them toward their goals. In this interactive, virtual intensive, you will discover the foundation for helping your clients optimize their performance to effectively and safely accomplish their health and fitness goals.
 
During this 15-hour intensive live workshop, you will be guided through the Integrative Movement SystemTM, our systematic approach to assessments, corrective exercise, and functional exercise progressions for the core, hips, and shoulders.
 
You will learn why a systematic process is far more valuable and reliable than a toolbox full of random exercises....
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Is There a Link Between Posture and Performance

 

Posture doesn’t matter???

Dr. Evan Osar discusses a recent research article looking at the link between posture and performance. The effect of a course of selected corrective exercises on posture, scapula-humeral rhythm and performance of adolescent volleyball players with upper cross syndrome (2023).

For more information on shoulder function, check out the Two Anatomy Geeks™️ series: https://www.discoverimi.com/two-anatomy-geeks-rotatorcuff...

In this 3-part series (5-6 hours of CEU content), you’ll discover:

✅ how posture relates to the function of the rotator cuff;

✅ how to assess and use the best corrective exercises to address common postural issues impacting common shoulder issues;

✅ how to use your newfound knowledge to attract and help more clients who need your expertise.

 
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Training Clients with Low Back Pain at Any Level

 

Dr. Osar shares research that shows similarities between people who have low back pain at any training level from the aging population to high-level athletes.

Also in this video: Easy-to-use assessments and how to get started.

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Piriformis Syndrome Causing Tightness

 

Corrective Exercise for Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis.

Dr. Evan Osar - author of Corrective Exercise Solutions to Common Hip and Shoulder Dysfunctions - discusses how corrective exercise is motor control training. And how motor control training is one of the first steps to improving function in older adults.

May is Osteoarthritis Awareness Month.

Last chance to save 35% on our Anatomy of Knee & Hip Osteoarthritis video series when you use code: OSTEOMONTH at checkout.

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Exercising with Osteoarthritis

 

May is Osteoarthritis Awareness month. Are you educating your clients about the number one thing they can do today to help their joints?

Dr. Evan Osar discusses the crucial conversation you must have with your clients who experience issues related to osteoarthritis.

For  more information and resources to help educate your clients about ways they can address their hip and knee issues, check out: 

Use code:  OSTEOMONTH and save 35% until the end of May. 

✅ Understand and be able to explain the process of osteoarthritis to your clients;

✅ Educate your clients about the best way to exercise to improve joint alignment and control;

✅ Empower your clients to improve their posture and movement and return to or continue the activities they need, want, and love to do.

CEUs available upon course completion through ACE, AFAA & NASM.

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Training Clients with Osteoporosis

 

Got clients with osteoporosis?

Dr. Evan Osar -author of #correctiveexercise solutions - discusses why you must do this type of exercise for clients who are at risk and/or currently have osteopenia and/or osteoporosis. #osteoporosis #osteopenia 

Learn more in Part three of Two Anatomy Geeks™Female Specific Conditions -  training women with osteopenia and osteoporosis. 

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