COMMON ISSUES & CORRECTIONS
ROUNDED BACK
If a client has a rounded back in planks and/or table-top positions their upper body (and core) might be the problem. To help:
Have client pull hands apart to open the back
Soften elbows & wrap biceps in to hug the ribs to use the lats and take tension out of the neck and shoulders
Will need to strengthen back, lats, shoulders, chest, and core
ROTATION ISSUES
If a client struggles to keep one half of their body stable while the other twists or is in a twisted position, their thoracic spine might be the issue. Great exercises to help:
Torso Twists
Twister Series
Mermaid w/ a Twist
Twisted Plank Crunch
PRESSING WITH ROUNDED BACK
If a client has a rounded back during pressing motions (heavy springs), the tension is most likely too heavy for them or the angle for their body has made it challenging for them to maintain a neutral spine. To help:
Lighten your client tension and see if they can maintain a neutral spine
Change the angle of your client’s body to ensure client can hold a neutral spine
ROUNDED BACK X PULLING
If a client struggles to keep a neutral spine during pulling leg moves (lunges) they may be struggling with flexibility, balance, glute, and core strength:
bring them up to the pole (or two)
add additional tension support at the front, if at the back and constant, bring them to the front
have them bring their heel to the front of the carriage
continue to HOC during core // obliques
WRIST PAIN
If a client complains about wrist issues, please refer to “Speciality Groups” for tips. To help can encourage wrist wraps:
turn knuckles to the floor
bring thumbs out to add another layer of balance in the hands
SWEATY HANDS
If a client struggles with regularly slipping on the machine due to sweaty hands, show clients and have them try on the Arebesk Grip Gloves:
tack supports grip
absorbs sweat
wash inside out for best results and hand to try
slight wrist support
PALM X GRIP PAIN
If a client complains about palm or grip pain, encourage the gelometrics. Just like with running in supportive shoes, this workout requires support as well. Gelometrics:
has a padded palm to support pressure and relieve nerve pain in hand
tack supports grip
absorbs sweat
wash inside out for best results and hand to try