Jan 8, 2019 · Explore the kinetic chain concept, biomechanics, and functional fitness strategies to improve movement efficiency and prevent injuries with this guide from the ACE Exam Prep Blog.

As a health and fitness professional, an understanding of the kinetic chain is essential to creating a safe and effective program or class for previously sedentary individuals who are at the very …

Phase 1: Stability and Mobility The primary objective of Phase 1 is to reestablish appropriate levels of stability and mobility within the kinetic chain, beginning with the most proximal region …

What percentage of your clients have aches, pains or diagnosed injuries? Effective communication with health professionals is imperative for personal trainers, as is …

Mar 7, 2019 · Joint mobility and stability are the cornerstones of the Integrated Fitness Training (IFT) Model. We’re going to start by discussing the basics – the five programming components …

Sep 2, 2014 · Training the posterior chain is essential for helping the muscles move synergistically and with greater fluidity and flexibility. It also can help reduce the risk of injury caused by weak …

Mar 30, 2017 · 5. Whole-body PNF Patterns The rotator cuff works in concert with the kinetic chain. During an overhead activity intended to accelerate an object forward (e.g., a baseball …

Apr 8, 2024 · Araceli de Leon, MS, RYT 500, ACE-PT echoes this sentiment. Mobility of any joint is important because our kinetic chain is connected, and one misalignment or issue will be …

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Feb 22, 2019 · Kinetic Chain Movement: The human body is made up of many joints, and some favor stability (meaning they should move very minimally) while others favor mobility (meaning …