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Running Analysis: The Gait Cycle Made Simple
I’ve received a number of emails in the last few months, from runners asking if I can further elaborate on some of the technical terminology used in articles such as the two below where I describe different aspects of running form.
Terms like ‘loading response’ and ‘terminal stance’ trip off the tongue all too easily when, like me you spend all day assessing running gait, rehabilitating and coaching runners. So I wanted to take five minutes to film the video above, hopefully better explaining the fundamentals when it comes to the phases of the running gait cycle.
Grab yourself a coffee and have a watch
If you find this kind of content useful, or if you have a question, let me know either in the comments below, or over in the comments section on YouTube.
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Great Blog Post from James Leath on Getting to Know Your New Team
James writes some great stuff. If you coach take a minute and read this.
from Michael Boyle's Strengthcoach.com Blog http://strengthcoachblog.com/2015/10/19/great-blog-post-from-james-leath-on-getting-to-know-your-new-team/
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Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can come from various degrees of shoulder injuries that may or may not occur during a sporting activity. Shoulder pain is defined as pain and discomfort which occurs around the shoulder joint i.e. the joint which connects the upper arm to the neck and chest. Sports injury related shoulder pain can be resulted by straining of the muscles or spraining of ligaments connecting to the shoulder joint while performing an overhead throwing motion, or tackling action. According to research, most athletes usually tend to incur injuries to their shoulders with high frequency than non-athletes, although some conditions which are unrelated to physical activities can lead to shoulder pain also.
Typical Causes of Shoulder pain
Shoulder Pain
Dislocation
The shoulder joint is a kind of joint that allows for great mobility and thus it’s susceptible to injury. Basically, in a dislocation, the ball part of the shoulder joint pops out of socket thus causing damage to the surrounding tissues and eventually causing severe pain.
Separation
Separation of the shoulder joint occurs at the small joint where the collar bone meets the shoulder bone. This separation is named based on the severity of the ligament sprain associated with it. Types 3-5 separation usually requires surgery to be able to continue performing in sports.
Tendinitis
This is condition whereby the tendons of a person’s body become inflamed and irritated as a result of recitative rubbing from poor alignment and function of the shoulder blade during arm movement. Rotator cuff is a small muscle that helps the shoulder to rotate the arm outward and inward. Sometimes the rotator cuff’s tendons and biceps tendon can rub on the bones or other structures and eventually become afflicted with tendinitis. This can lead to a person experiencing extreme pain in his/her shoulder.
How to Relieve Shoulder Pain
Applying Ice:
Applying ice to the painful area can help in relieving the pain. When the pain starts to slightly lessen, you may start exercising your shoulder according to the home exercises prescribed by a Certified Athletic Trainer or Physical Therapist .
Stretching your Arm:
Stretches will target the top of the shoulder whereby your arms insert into the shoulder blade. Try to make a 90 degree angle with your arms. Grasp your elbows and push them up towards the top of your head. Since shoulder pain is normally caused by the tearing of cartridge or ligaments in your shoulder, it’s always important that you stretch and strengthen the affected area in order to relieve the pain.
Crossing the Arms Across the Chest:
Cross your arms across the chest area and then grasp your elbow and pull it towards the opposite direction. Generally, this stretch will effectively stretch your shoulder blade and in the end relieve pain in your shoulder. Note that the shoulder blade is a part of the shoulder joint which holds your arm in its socket.
If possible, it is also recommended that in your attempt to get rid of shoulder pain you hire a athletic trainer or physical therapist who will help you in rehabbing your shoulder.
Last, but not least, it is essential that in case the pain persist you seek the advice of a qualified physician.
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Sports Performance Coach
Sports Performance Coach
Indeed, being one of the most successful athletes is a dream for any athlete out there. But to achieve that dream you have to go through various stages; skill identification, skill development, and skill achievement. Hence, with the increasing competitive nature of athletics today, many parents are opting for alternatives such as speed, strength and seeking the services of a sports performance coach to help their young athletes gain a desirable competitive edge. But the big challenge is that sports performance is an unregulated field in the health industry, hence the need to choose the right performance coach that is professional. Therefore, here are tips to consider when choosing a sports performance coach.
Sports Performance Coach
Great communication skills
A good sports performance coach should understand the importance of communication. Communication is a two-way street involving back and forth between the coach and the athlete. A good coach is one who is ready to engage the athlete in the communication and is prepared to listen carefully to what the athletes is saying. Good sports performance goes hand-in-hand with good communication skills.
Flexibility
The best coach is one who is ready to look for a better way to reach every athlete. A good coach will not see the struggles of the athlete as a learning disability or even blame the athlete for incompetence. The coach will always be ready to seek an alternative that will fit the ability of the athlete and help increase the skills and commitment of the athlete. Therefore, the best coach is that who has mastered the art of flexibility.
Creative and makes the sports fun to their athletes
Just like any other game, athletics involves a lot of fun. A good coach will find creative ways to integrate some fun into their daily practice sessions and during competitions. When an athlete is under the stewardship of a creative and fun coach, he/she will always be relaxed. Since being relaxed is one of the most essential ingredients of performance, it is the best interest of a good coach to find creative and innovative ways to keep the athlete smiling.
Instill self-belief in their athletes
Best coaches get their athletes to believe in themselves. They always inspire their athletes to do more than they think they can by getting the athlete to entertain possibilities that will stretch the limits of his/her belief. A good sports performance coach will always build the athlete`s self-esteem by praising the athlete for every improvement made. A good coach will never be caught up playing head games that will leave the athlete questioning his/her abilities and skills.
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