Don't use an excessively large range of motion with the hip hinge. Rather than aiming for maximal range of motion and excessive stretch in the posterior chain, the goal should be optimal range of motion with the torso slightly above parallel to the floor and a hip joint angle that's close to 90 degrees. Going significantly lower than this promotes hamstring tears and pulls, low back issues, and decreased force production. Training the hip hinge with an extreme range of motion only reinforces faulty movement patterns into your central nervous system that can degrade natural body mechanics and athletic performance. In essence, the lifter should focus on producing a natural stretch in the glutes and hamstrings, but not excessive. – Joel Seedman
Hip Hinge: Proper Range of Motion hip hinge progression
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