Use it or lose it❗️
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Here’s a fact - humans are creatures of habit. And as we grow older, we get stuck in our ways, and stuck doing the same movement patterns. At some point, most of us begin completely neglecting certain ranges/planes of motion. & that’s often why we experience discomfort!
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Cue combining some strength and mobility exercises that focus on your END range of motion - the areas of our body that decay over time.
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Spending a certain amount of time in your end range of motion & pushing to complete fatigue literally wakes up that deteriorating tissue.
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The more you practice and the better you get - aka the more strength and control you gain over that ROM - the more you’ll experience a higher quality of life!
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Here’s an absolute burner to add in towards the end of your next upper body / pull day 🔥
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🔹 Prone Behind The Neck Pull Downs
- 2-3 rounds x 5-15 reps
🔹 Prone Shoulder Flexion Isometrics
- 2-3 rounds x 3-8 reps x 10 sec hold per repetition
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The sets and reps depend on your current level of mobility. Do what you can and challenge yourself!
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Don’t be a loser. Be a user ✌🏼
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As we age, maintaining mobility becomes crucial to overall health and well-being. The principle of 'use it or lose it' emphasizes the necessity of consistent movement. To counteract the negative impacts of a sedentary lifestyle, it's essential to integrate strength and mobility exercises targeting neglected ranges of motion. One effective strategy includes focusing on exercises that challenge your end-range mobility, which tends to decay over time. Combining movements that enhance shoulder and spine mobility, such as the Prone Behind The Neck Pull Downs and Prone Shoulder Flexion Isometrics, can invigorate your body by engaging dormant muscle fibers and improving overall function. Building strength and control in these areas not only prevents discomfort but also increases your quality of life. This approach ensures you remain active and agile, reducing the risk of injuries and chronic pain. Making these exercises part of your routine can dramatically enhance flexibility while building muscle simultaneously. Remember to tailor the volume and intensity of your workouts to match your current mobility levels—starting with lighter resistance and fewer repetitions, then gradually progressing as your strength and control improve.




















































































































This looks like it hurts so good 😮💨😮💨