A Simple Dynamic Stability Exercise for the Leg

from www.mikereinold.com 

 

 

a video demonstration of a simple way to integrate reactive neuromuscular training (RNT) into your programming to enhance dynamic stabilization of the lower extremity.

In this video, I show a client that has an ankle sprain.  While going through her rehabilitation, it became clear that she also needed balance training to really work her ankle, knee, and hip to stabilize during functional tasks.

To perform this exercise, you simple need a large resistance band (which are great from many stretching, strengthening, and stability exercises – here are the ones I use).  Loop the band around a rack or other object and step within the loop.  Place the band just above your knee.

I show a few exercise ideas in the video, progressing from simple balance, to unstable surfaces, to incorporating functional movements.  By using the band, you can emphasize training the bodu’s ability to stabilize in the frontal and transverse planes while performing a sagittal plane exercise.  This is essential to optimal function and a big key to my Functional Stability Training program.