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Mastering Pre-habilitation

Mastering Pre-habilitation

Don’t wait for the snap. Fortify your ACL and Rotator Cuff with elite-level movement patterns designed to keep you in the game.

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Data-Driven Guide
Elite athlete performing prehab exercises

 

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Definition

Strengthening vulnerable areas before injury occurs. The ultimate proactive shield.

50-60%

Percentage of sports injuries that are medically classified as entirely preventable.

Efficiency

Correcting imbalances leads to smoother movement and explosive power output.

Fortifying Knees for ACL Protection

Neuromuscular training programs have been shown to reduce the risk of non-contact ACL injuries by up to 67%.

Knee fortification demonstration

1. Bodyweight Squats

Builds strength in quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes—the primary supporters of the knee joint.

Execution: Feet shoulder-width, chest up. Lower hips while keeping knees behind toes.

2. Walking Lunges

Improves single-leg strength and trains the knee to control dynamic load.

Stability Focus

3. Nordic Hamstring Curls

Acts as a crucial brake for the ACL by preventing forward shin bone slide.

Braking Power

4. Single-Leg Balance

Trains proprioception for faster muscle reactions and stabilization.

Proprioception

5. Jump and Hold Landings

Teaches proper landing mechanics to absorb impact through muscles rather than joints.

Impact Absorption

Building Resilient Shoulders

01

External Rotation (Resistance Band)

Directly targets the infraspinatus and teres minor, key muscles that decelerate the arm during movement.

Shoulder StabilityOverhead Strength
02

High-to-Low Rows

Strengthens back and scapular muscles, providing a stable base for the rotator cuff.

Shoulder prehab and mobility
3. Reverse Fly

Strengthens upper back and rear shoulder muscles, improving posture and alignment.

4. Scapular Wall Slides

Improves scapular mobility and control for healthy overhead motion.

5. Pendulum Swings

A gentle mobility exercise to warm up the joint and improve range of motion.

Durability is a Choice

Pre-habilitation is a fundamental part of modern, data-driven training plans. By investing in your body’s durability today, you ensure the strength and stability required to withstand the demands of tomorrow.

 

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