For time:
21-15-9
Deadlift, 315#(205#)
Box jump, 30″(24″)
Post times to comments and BTWB
“The hips serve as the primary generator of force in the majority of movements performed in athletics, and this statement remains true for the exercises most commonly performed in CrossFit.
The pelvis, lumbar spine and core play a vital role in stabilizing the trunk to allow force to be transferred through the body.
Despite the importance of the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, dysfunction of muscle activation and flexibility is very common. These dysfunctions can greatly decrease performance, and it is therefore important to identify common impairments seen in these areas and better understand the hips’ relationship with the pelvis and lumbar spine.” – Zachary Long
Several weeks ago Verve’s in house PT Zach gave a workshop where folks learned about hip mobility & stability, and how our physical differences play a role in both. Zach also covered hip movement assessments and showed how they impact CrossFit movements, and how some movements irritate our hips more than others. Zach has a follow up workshop coming up Saturday May 19th from 12:30pm-1:30pm. During this workshop Zach will be covering:
- Movement routines designed to improve both mobility and stability for the hip
- Brief overview of why hip anatomy matters
- The basic outline for your program
- Demonstration of exercises and how to improve your hip control in crossfit movements
This workshop is free to Verve members, there will be a slot in MBO for you to sign up.
If you are curious to learn more about the hip in preparation for this amazing workshop, the CrossFit Journal has published two awesome articles about the hip:
- The Hip and Athletic Performance By Zachary Long
- The Athletic Hip By Dan Hollingsworth
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, it’s really all about the hips.
