Experiencing a swivel, or swerve, caused by a muscular imbalance in the hips, is a common issue that can affect the rhythm of your squats and risk injury. The root of the problem is normally tight hip flexors (mainly the iliopsoas muscles), adductors, abductors, a weak gluteus muscle, or a combination of several of the above. Therefore it is also wise to incorporate stretches that target those muscles along with single leg exercises, such as Bulgarian squats, lunges, box step ups, etc.
In this video, I will give you a cool training hack that can be used during squats to help correct the problem, but before getting to this point I recommend going through a few weeks of glute activation to make sure that you are able to squat with proper form using full range of motion.
The benefit of rowing with a resistance band rather than barbells or dumbbells that demand a steady level of resistance throughout the repetition, is the change in stimuli, which is caused by an increase in resistance as the band stretches further.
Main Muscles: Latissimus Dorsi, Biceps, Rear Deltoids
Key Points: – Keep your back straight, ass out and core tight – You should be bent over approximately 15° – Row towards your waist – Use a slow, controlled movement when extending your arms – Use full range of motion
Resistance bands give us the opportunity to train anywhere and this video will teach you how to dead lift in a place as inconvenient as… I dunno… your hotel room?…
Main Muscles: Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus, Latissimus Dorsi
Key Points: – Keep your back straight, ass out and chest high – The band should be under the arches of your feet – Drive your feet through the floor and thrust your hips forward when exploding upwards – Use a slow, controlled movement on the descent – Use full range of motion
Here is a crafty concept using only a resistance band to help you get your shoulder workout in! Can also be done using a dumbbell or kettle bell.
Main Muscles: Anterior Deltoid, Trapezius Major, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
Key Points: – Keep your back straight & core tight – The band should be under the arch of your foot and looped around your palm – Bend your knees and throw your whole body into the movement when driving upwards – Press overhead until your elbow locks out – Use full range of motion and train both sides evenly
Here is a cool lil’ circuit for posture that can be done with a resistance band. These movements are designed to help realign the scapulae into a more optimal position, lift the shoulder girdle and promote a healthy position of the spinal column (more specifically the upper spine). In a nutshell, this circuit will help correct a hunched back.
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