In this episode, Vinny shares what he often sees in volleyball athletes and what trainers can do to help balance out an athlete's natural imbalances by using the VertiMax. The way an athlete overcompensates their body can tell you a lot about how they move on and off the field, and gives you the opportunity to correct it before it turns into a career-ending injury.
Key Takeaways:
[2:10] What are some common injuries Vinny sees in his volleyball athletes?
[3:40] It’s common for athletes to overcompensate due to weak muscles.
[4:25] It’s important to look at single leg activities. It will tell you a lot about the human body.
[4:50] A coach has to be looking at hip, ankle, knee, and shoulder instabilities.
[5:30] What should a coach do if they see a nagging muscle weakness?
[7:15] What should a coach do if they get a new or fresh athlete that’s ready to jump right in to a competitive sport?
[8:40] Volleyball is an explosive sport. During off-season, it’s critical to get the human body ready for these movements.
[10:20] Want more specialized training? Check out the VertiMax app!
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Tweetables:
“You’re seeing a lot of soft tissue injuries, shoulder injuries from over usage, and not having the proper muscles; some are overactive and others are under active."
"A lot of athletes have extremely tight ankles. You sometimes have to give them the less is more approach."
