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The Best Deadlift Variations for Training While Injured While the deadlift can be a great exercise for people dealing with back pain to get out of pain, there are also plenty of times where the deadlift can be too aggravating to perform. And if you need to train heavy hinge variations, then we need to have variations to use to...
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Top Squat Variations for Training While Injured
Top Squat Variations for Training While Injured Squats are one of the most effective movements for building lower body strength, power, and athleticism. But when you’re dealing with pain—whether it’s in your lower back, hips, or knees—the standard back or front squat can quickly go from a staple lift to a major aggravator. In this article, we’ll break down the...

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The Best Split Squat Variations
The split squat is one of the best exercises to build strength, improve sports performance, and recover from injuries. In this article, we’ll look at different ways to perform the split squat by changing the load, body position, or adding bands. Each variation targets muscles differently, so you can choose the one that fits your goals. The Best Split Squat...

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Is Weight Lifting with a Rounded Back Safe?
Is Weight Lifting with a Rounded Back Safe? In recent years, there has been an increasing debate in strength and conditioning circles about the safety of lifting with a rounded or flexed lower back. Traditionally, strength and rehab experts have advocated for maintaining a neutral spine position during lifts, arguing that it reduces the risk of injury. But as more...
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The Sleeper Stretch – Technique and Tips for Shoulder Health
The Sleeper Stretch The sleeper stretch is a frequently debated mobility exercise among rehab providers. Some prescribe it regularly, while others criticize it as a potentially dangerous stretch that mimics the Hawkins-Kennedy impingement test position. In my experience teaching physical therapy continuing education courses, those who dislike the sleeper stretch are often either not performing it correctly or using it...
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Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Tendinopathies
Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Tendinopathies Recently, more men have started using Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). Once rarely discussed, TRT is now common, and many medical offices and telehealth providers offer it. While this article won’t focus on who should consider this treatment or its efficacy, this article will discuss one of the common side effects seen clinically: Testosterone Replacement Therapy...
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The Best Jefferson Curl Variations
The Best Jefferson Curl Variations Learn about the different variations of the Jefferson curl exercise and their benefits in this video from Dr. Zach Long. These Jefferson Curl variations are great for improving spinal flexion stiffness and for rebuilding strength & control for individuals rehabbing flexion-intolerant low back pain. Standard Jefferson Curl The Standard Jefferson Curl exercise is a powerful...
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Titan Back Hyperextension V2 Review
Review of Titan Fitness Back Hyperextension Machine Shopping for a back extension machine? In this video, I will share my experience using the Titan back hyperextension V2 machine in my physical therapy clinic. Titan Hyperextension Affiliate Link: http://titan-fitness.pxf.io/NkvmjO Titan Back Hyperextension Assembly and Portability Having utilized the Titan Fitness back hyperextension machine in my physical therapy clinic for the past...
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Addressing Knee Valgus in Squats
Knee valgus collapse is a common issue in squats that can lead to injuries and pain. In this video, Dr. Zach Long will discuss the causes of knee valgus with squats and solutions for this problem. Understanding Knee Valgus Collapse Knee valgus collapse is a common issue that many individuals experience, especially during squats. This movement pattern, where the knees...
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