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Dr. Daniela explains how to activate the Rectus Abdominis and Transverse Abdominis - the most superficial layer and the deepest layer of the abdominal wall - and what to look for if they are struggling to fire.

Dr. Christopher explains the use of big toe depression for activity and how to progress the difficulty.

Dr. Christopher goes through a ankle mobilization technique that can be used at home to increase range of motion and decrease pain.

Dr. Chris discusses the norms for toe extension and ankle dorsiflexion, the reason we need those ranges, how to test and improve any deficiencies found.

Dr. Christopher explains a way to strengthen the arch for more active support.

Dr. Daniela discusses how to improve your bowel and bladder movements through these toileting habits.

Dr. Chris explains how to progress calf strength from immobilization all the way to jumping!

Dr. Christopher demonstrates a cervical retraction exercise - also known as the double chin!

Dr. Christopher explains the subtlety of the chin tuck for suboccipital muscle control.

The Obstacle Doc goes through the quad-focused contralateral split squat with Burn Bootcamp North Durham.

Dr. Daniela explains the benefits of diaphragmatic breathing and how to practice this at home!

*Needle and Blood Warning* Dr. Christopher is discussing Dry Needling, the theory and technique behind it, as well as the importance of using it with other treatments. He even demos on himself!

Dr. Daniela walks through the 5-steps to take to modify exercise.

Dr. Chris explains foot intrinsics, demonstrates common exercises used for educating the toes, and how to increase the degree of difficulty.

Dr. Chris explains how to strengthen the forearm in all different ranges of motion!

Dr. Christopher walks through the basics of gluteal isolation, activation, and progressing from basic to unilateral and dynamic hip bridges.

Dr. Daniela explains the reasons behind groin, or adductor, strains and how to treat them.

Dr. Christopher demonstrates overhead, hanging scapular retraction - good for ninja, OCR, or just regular overhead activities and exercises, like pull-ups and push-presses!

The Obstacle Doc and Burn Bootcamp North Durham break down the Hex Press!

Dr. Daniela explains the progression of hip abduction exercises.

Dr. Chris explains the relationship between femoral alignment and glute activation, and its impact on hip control.

Dr. Daniela breaks down the reasons hips drop in single leg work, and how to correct through different exercises.

Dr. Chris reviews the reasons for hip flexor tightness, why you want a neutral hip and pelvis position, and how to get there!

Dr. Daniela breaks down the hip hinge, its importance in movement, and how to practice in a variety of positions.

Dr. Daniela explains the common causes and complaints of IT Band Friction syndrome, and how it’s treated in the clinic.

Dr. Chris breaks down what ideal posture looks like, feels like, and why it is important. Reminder, it is not realistic to have perfect posture 100% of the time, but keep it in mind as you load your body with weight and gravity!

Dr. Daniela goes through the set-up for a series of progressions to increase abdominal strength while lying on your back.

Dr. Daniela shows how to activate and progress lower abdominal strength in a quadruped, or hands and knees position.

The Obstacle Doc breaks down two ways to perform your MC Reverse Lunge with Burn Bootcamp South Durham.

Learn about the different gadgets in the world of soft-tissue mobilization and myofascial treatment, and the most effective ways to use them.

Dr. Chris is breaking down what intermittent pneumatic compression is, how it works, and when it's beneficial.

Dr. Daniela describes how to perform soft-tissue manipulation at home for the muscles along the spine and the glutes.

Dr. Daniela breaks down the core and pelvic floor structures, what they do, and how they are assessed in office.

Dr. Christopher walks through what the Plank Press Test looks at, and how to start improving your form if it looks like a banana boat.

The Obstacle Doc breaks down Pull-Up form with Burn Bootcamp North Durham. For further information, check out our Pull-Up Proficiency Video!

Dr. Christopher explains how to improve and progress your pull-up form!

Dr. Daniela explains the ways to bias the glutes or quads with simple hinge movements.

Dr. Daniela talks through segmental flexion, which helps with spinal stiffness, stability and overall range of motion.

Dr. Christopher goes through progressions for increasing external rotation strength in the shoulder.

Dr. Christopher explains the pathology of external rotation weakness in the Shoulder and how it can cause anterior shoulder pain.

Drs. Chris + Daniela explain how to find stabilization through the shoulders in varying degrees of difficulty using scapular retraction, protraction and external rotation of the shoulder girdle.

Dr. Chris describes methods of soft tissue release for the posterior shoulder girdle, and how to utilize at home.

Dr. Chris explains how we measure single leg strength in clinic and what the information tells us to frame a plan of care or exercise program.

Dr. Chris demonstrates two variations for Soleus strengthening exercises.

Dr. Christopher explains how to foam roll to increase Thoracic Spine Extension, and the implications of poor thoracic extension on the shoulder.

Dr. Christopher demonstrates a thoracic rotation test, that can be used as an exercise, as well as an alternative for sensitive shoulders.

Dr. Daniela explains and demonstrates ways to address neural tension for the Median, Radial, and Ulnar nerves.

Let's talk about how to create space in the wrist to decrease pain!