mobility

Inspired by the new stretching program by StrongFirst (and not wanting to fill that thread with a derailed conversation): Q: Is there an upper body equivalent for mobility to achieving the front/side splits? I often see upper body stretching as just something to do as often as possible (do...

Does anyone have any good resources on developing and maintaining the necessary mobility for a barbell overhead squat? I've had a recent idea that getting to a point where this position is viable and comfortable and then maintaining it could work as some form of mobility MED for me, due the ROM...

Starting back on the SF Forums Log. This site is truly inspirational and the log feature is a great way to hold myself accountable. Goals: Body composition and graceful movement. I turn 50 next year, and achieving Simple is the goal.

EDITED: I was working through a program by Aleks Salkin SFG2 the other day, unbreakable or opening up shoulders and hips when I realized that there might be a missing link after strength and mobility training and that is unloaded power in the same plane of movement. Of course, there are KB...

I've always been a stiff person and haven't been able to really feel my QL while doing the straddle stretch from S&S. Does anyone have any good progressions they recommend to work up to the straddle stretch? Or some alternatives?

Hi all, I've been having some shoulder issues, and my physical therapist found that I have limited shoulder rotation (dont know how the describe it so I posted a photo below). I basically can't open my forearm to the side if my elbow is next to the ribs. I have noted that this is an...

Good morning friends, I've been a reader of the StrongFirst forums for a couple of years now and this is my first posting. As you can see by the title, I work at a desk for 8-12 hours a day and have for about 8 years now. I am 29 years old and feel that the time I have and continue to spend on...

Hello! I've been struggling to fix a shoulder mobility issue on my own. I've used a mobility routine recommended to me by a Strong First trainer to improve my shoulder mobility, and this involves foam rolling, the pump stretch, and kettlebell armbars. I've also tried to read up on the subject of...

Find current training program beginning Post #62 [Background] 32, M, 6'0, 190lbs (200lbs as of July '19). Married (10 yrs), 2 kids (6 and 1). Was a true gym bro in high school and did bodybuilding splits but always prioritized chest and arms days, and usually skipped legs days . Inactive...

Hi to everyone. Long time since I have been present around here. With regard to my previous posts, I am happy to report that my elbows, wrists and shoulders are very very well, received proper training from Hector Guttierez, Jr. (fantastic instructor, coach and friend) regarding swing, goblet...

So I have really been wanting to attend the SFB course. The one thing that has stopped my is my absolutely horrid ankle mobility. I had a lot of ankle sprains when I was younger and grew up in shoes all the time and as a result I have really poor ankle mobility. Worse than the normal person...

https://www.walmart.com/ip/CAP-Cast-Iron-Kettlebell/39603614 Thought I'd share this with anyone who might need a double of a size they have or a light mobility bell. I generally opt for higher quality(Kettlebell Kings) for my heavier 'life bells'(bells that will be used for the rest of my...

The only mobility exercises I know regarding shoulders that involve kettlebells are Halo Arm Bar Are there any more that are useful to work on ones shoulder mobility with the help of kettlebells?

Hi all, I have been using the Cossacks more often and I have noticed my pancake and splits progress accelerating because of it. My question is how heavy should I be looking to go? I have been using 16 or 20kgs lately and alternating it with Jefferson curls for 3 sets of 5 each. Personally, I'm...

Hi, I am looking for ABA BAB type of full body routines where one could be cardio and mobility, one could be strength. Could people share some thoughts on exercise selection and programming? I have 16, 20 & 24 kg bells. The only restriction is, no lunge (therefore, no TGU). Brief details: I am...

Hello all, I have searched the forums here and have found some, but not much concerning gada swings. The interwebs has provided some good information but you good people may have suggestions on where else to look. I have just begun adding 360s and 10 to 2s into my warm up and greasing the...

Hello everyone. Thanks for all the help thus far! I feel like joining this forum has helped to increase my understanding of these skills and, ultimately, of strength. 6'1 Male, 155 pounds, ~12-15% BF, no real mobility issues to speak of, I can move pretty well I've been running NW and trying...

Hi there, my shoulder mobility is quite fine in general. But when I get to kneeling and standing in TGU and I try to pack my left shoulder I feel a deep pinching inside my shoulder, probably at the acromion. I think it's some kind of impingement. Same with active hangs or nonweighted work. It's...

Hi StrongFirst community, I am preparing my body to apply for a special unit. (mandatory service of two years) However, I am afraid I will hurt myself due to improper body preparation in the army. I have tons of exercises (mobility, prehab, strength, endurance) inspired by Pavel and Ido Portal...

Hi guys, I listened to the LEO Training Podcast with Phil Scarito this morning (Podcast). It was fantastic, by the way. I am extremely interested in the discipline of Indian club swinging. I am looking to get a 2 lb. set of clubs to get started with and I notice there are two main types, the...