Getting Mobile

Feeling stuck in your lifts, positionally challenged in gymnastics, or hitting a movement plateau you can’t seem to break. This may stem from a lack of mobility causing the inability to create the proper shapes to execute/progress a skill OR to increase efficiency and speed in a pain free manner. Good mobility helps you move better, lift safely, and confidently create proper positions in gymnastic and Olympic lifting skills. However despite this, it is often a highly neglected part of our fitness routine. So how do we incorporate this?

1. Schedule it like a workout. We think to block training into our schedule so why not do the same with this dynamic work. 5-10 minutes 2-3x/week is all you need to kickstart this practice.
2. Take it anywhere. Mobility doesn't need to be complicated, in fact most of it can be done with no equipment and just a yoga mat or towel for yourself to sit on. Keeping things simple and low prep allows for this to be a flexible activity you can incorporate easily into your day regardless of location.
3. Create a plan. Select 5-8 exercises, you will complete these for 30s each and a total of 2 complete sets. When choosing exercises consider your personal areas where movement quality breaks down, pain occurs or you feel “tight”. Pick 2-4 areas to target key areas then supplement the remaining spots with full body movements.

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Speak to a Coach & book a 1:1 training session for additional guidance and support!

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