This helps breakdown any facial restrictions and improve quadricep flexibility.
Dorsiflexion from Half Kneeling with Dowel
This exercise will assist in improving ankle mobility.
- Starting Position:
- Half Kneeling
This exercise will assist in improving ankle mobility.
Set-up: Begin in the narrow half kneeling position with a dowel in front of the 4th toe.
Action: While staying tall, take the knee outside of the dowel and drive it forward. The heel of the front foot should maintain contact with the floor. Find the end range of motion and cycle through a breath.
Return: Return to the start position and repeat.
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This exercise increases T-Spine mobility with minimal low back involvement.
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This self-limiting exercise helps to expose a lack of motor control and bilateral asymmetries in the Tall Kneeling position.