Good stuff! I've been doing these and variations for several years on a Bosu ball. 1st I started with it upside down, standing on the flat side. As I got better I switched to using it right side up. I still do both sides back and forth as each gives a different challenge
Great stuff what you are sharing. My feet were done with 45 and I started barefoot - progressing slowly. Now I am almost 49 and barefoot or on minimal shoes throughout the year - same for my 6 year old twin boys. Feet have evolved very positively. I also started to do a lot of research re/ natural gait and ended up with the spiral line concept (Spiraldynamik), which prevents rotating of upper and lower leg in false direction. What I am missing here: The function of the cuneiforms, which maintain the arch by getting locked, when twisted. Also the importance of gluteus medius, which plays an important role in mid stance keeping the pelvic horizontally and "making you tall" (look for wide spread Trendelenburg sign/disease). Also I want to add an argument for your hip flexor stretches and ankle dorsiflexion: When you are able to keep the pelvis upright and the rear foot longer on the ground (in late mid stance) your MTJ1 has better gliding capabilities ands gets lower impact.
Thank you for another great video! I wish I had learned much of this before going hiking in my teens. I went with people who were good and comfortable themselves, but had no notion of teaching the newcomer. I didn't have sufficient strength or mobility and hated it. I'm now in my 50s and am still working on the strength and mobility having only realized a few years ago that I can do something about it. Better late than never. I'm guessing it's ok to start with small movements and hope it gets better? I have to hold on with two hands to do the superman, but it still feels like a great workout. I love your videos!
Super hard to do these back to back. One needs strong knees for that. Do we have some video on balances for the people who have knee problems already? Thanks!
Progress check...2 weeks into it, doing this (almost) every day, I can confirm vast improvement on each exercise...much less wobbling. Feel a bit more solid on trail with difficult footing (Dragon's Tooth on AT!). And, stumble less when coming home from the pub. However, still not ready for the stair railing walk.
I was attempting the hip plane exercise and lost my balance and had to put my foot down to regain my balance. Immediately afterwards you mentioned "yes this takes practice and something you can build up to" as though you knew I fell over that exact second ahaha
Do you also have tips on exercises that help on the tiptoes? I'm doing ballet and want to improve the stability in my ankles and balances, but many of these are in "relevé", on the toes. I'm not in pointe shoes, this is another topic. When doing these exercises, I sometimes close my eyes for an extra challenge ;)
@@ChaseMountains sorry sir, I expressed myself totally wrong. I'm already doing all your stuff, slowly, step by step, with all the equipment, only that my PR at age 34 would have been a lot stronger if I had started this in my 20s for example
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72 years old.. these are helping. thru hikes in Arkansas as prep for pct, lol.thank you.
Great stuff, keep it coming. You’re keeping this old hiker ticking better
These help my Core too. Thank you 🙏
Just descovered this channel. Love it.
Could you make a "Follow along" version of this video with the appropriate timings?
That'd really help solidify this into my morning routine!
I did! Its 25 minutes long, its in my membership (Elements Long Game)
Wow my legs feel amazing after following this routine. Thank you!
Did you try these moves? How is your balance?
nice exercises indeed and very well taught. thanks
Wow! I really love this! Thanks 😊
Going to be adding these to my stretch sessions thank you 💛
I struggle a lot with my balance, this is just what I was looking for. Thank you so much!
Good stuff!
I've been doing these and variations for several years on a Bosu ball.
1st I started with it upside down, standing on the flat side.
As I got better I switched to using it right side up.
I still do both sides back and forth as each gives a different challenge
Thank you good sir
That first one will also be good for improving ankle mobility! Nice!
I definitely need to work on my balance. That hip airplane move looks difficult! Something to work towards, for sure
Great stuff what you are sharing.
My feet were done with 45 and I started barefoot - progressing slowly. Now I am almost 49 and barefoot or on minimal shoes throughout the year - same for my 6 year old twin boys. Feet have evolved very positively. I also started to do a lot of research re/ natural gait and ended up with the spiral line concept (Spiraldynamik), which prevents rotating of upper and lower leg in false direction.
What I am missing here: The function of the cuneiforms, which maintain the arch by getting locked, when twisted. Also the importance of gluteus medius, which plays an important role in mid stance keeping the pelvic horizontally and "making you tall" (look for wide spread Trendelenburg sign/disease). Also I want to add an argument for your hip flexor stretches and ankle dorsiflexion: When you are able to keep the pelvis upright and the rear foot longer on the ground (in late mid stance) your MTJ1 has better gliding capabilities ands gets lower impact.
We used to do a lot of that second one when I did Muay Thai. Really helps you throw a nasty turn kick.
Thank you for another great video! I wish I had learned much of this before going hiking in my teens. I went with people who were good and comfortable themselves, but had no notion of teaching the newcomer. I didn't have sufficient strength or mobility and hated it. I'm now in my 50s and am still working on the strength and mobility having only realized a few years ago that I can do something about it. Better late than never. I'm guessing it's ok to start with small movements and hope it gets better? I have to hold on with two hands to do the superman, but it still feels like a great workout. I love your videos!
Super hard to do these back to back. One needs strong knees for that. Do we have some video on balances for the people who have knee problems already? Thanks!
Thank You, dude!
thanks 😊!!
Good stuff Holmes
Progress check...2 weeks into it, doing this (almost) every day, I can confirm vast improvement on each exercise...much less wobbling. Feel a bit more solid on trail with difficult footing (Dragon's Tooth on AT!). And, stumble less when coming home from the pub. However, still not ready for the stair railing walk.
Thank you!
I definitely need work on my balance.
I was attempting the hip plane exercise and lost my balance and had to put my foot down to regain my balance. Immediately afterwards you mentioned "yes this takes practice and something you can build up to" as though you knew I fell over that exact second ahaha
Creepy 😉
Do you also have tips on exercises that help on the tiptoes? I'm doing ballet and want to improve the stability in my ankles and balances, but many of these are in "relevé", on the toes. I'm not in pointe shoes, this is another topic.
When doing these exercises, I sometimes close my eyes for an extra challenge ;)
wish I had done this before starting my Marathon career, not now, after my best days are over at 44.......
That’s not true man. 44 years is young, you’re in good shape and your body will adapt quickly
@@ChaseMountains sorry sir, I expressed myself totally wrong. I'm already doing all your stuff, slowly, step by step, with all the equipment, only that my PR at age 34 would have been a lot stronger if I had started this in my 20s for example
Do you cover balance in elements 102?
Question, is it common to get some strain in the arch of your foot when doing the airplane?
I developed plantar fasciitis from wearing Xero drop shoes. Will these work if I keep wearing the Xero drop shoes
For all the exercises , do we want to bend the knee over 2nd 3rd toes ? ( this is for leg planted to the ground)
If your tendency is to internally rotate the knee, then yes.
Great video. I like good balance, but I also want healthy feet as I grow older
I did it with baby over the shoulder... Added some imbalances 🤣
😅 I’m happy if I get my pants on without falling over 👍