Athletic Prep Stretching w/ resistance band

Demo of the pre-workout stretching we implement into our mobility prep phase at McConnell Athletics. A light resistance band (1 1/2in) is typically used but you can go with a monster-mini (1 in) or average (2 in) depending on your current level of flexibility.

We typically stretch after pre-warm-up and SMR (self myofascial release) with foam roller, etc

Make certain to stabilize the "non-stretching" leg against a fixed object (i.e. wall) to prevent lumbar rotation. And use the opposing muscles (i.e. quads in hamstring stretch) to assist in lengthening the targeted muscles.

This is 'active stretching' meaning that the stretch is performed in "reps" as opposed to just held statically. The reps are not large movements but "pulses" that are progressive (not forced).

Sequence:
►Hamstrings in 3 positions: straight up/ across for lateral hamstrings/ out for medial hamstrings
(dorsiflexion throughout; LOCATE range of motion w/ each rep)
►Hip Rotators
(activate adductors, bringing knee towards opposite shoulder)
►Hip Flexors/ Quads
(flex hamstrings, curling heel to butt; brace abs)
-Perform 10+ reps of each position
-Repeat on other side

Appreciation to Dave Schmitz for his influence of this stretching routine.

Coach Vince McConnell

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[bongoloid77]

damn... this seriously puts my muscular limitations in view!!!

[vmac65]

@bongoloid77 you are certainly not the only one

[Bullhusky]

Good video. What is the music used here?

[vmac65]

@Bullhusky  Neal Schon's 'Beyond the Thunder' cd

[vmac65]

@vmac65 And, appreciate the comment.

[Bullhusky]

Thanks.  Excellent!