GIRD: An Advantageous Adaptation?

GIRD: An Advantageous Adaptation?

GIRD is an acronym meaning glenohumeral internal rotation deficit. This is a fancy way of saying that a shoulder has gained external rotation range of motion (ROM) while losing internal rotation ROM. Unfortunately, for a long time GIRD has been seen as a problem that...
Week 93: Progress Update

Week 93: Progress Update

“In order to become the person you’re meant to be, living the amazing life you’re meant to live, sometimes you have to go through hard times. Sometimes you have to be broken down so that you can learn, grow, release, and recalibrate.”-Unknown This quote helps...
Is A Heel Strike the Key to Elite Throwing Velocity?

Is A Heel Strike the Key to Elite Throwing Velocity?

The front leg is extremely important in throwing mechanics and specifically in determining ball velocity, but can the type of foot strike make a difference in the front leg’s ability to do its job? The Role of the Front Leg in Throwing Velocity The front leg has an...