Neurological Tightness: The Gatekeeper of Range of Motion
neurological tightness is a critical factor in determining our movement capabilities. We must acknowledge its role as a gatekeeper to better understand why traditional stretching methods may fall short and develop more comprehensive approaches to enhancing flexibility and ROM. Considering both mental and physical aspects, this holistic view paves the way for more effective movement training and rehabilitation strategies.
Range of Motion Compendium
The Range of Motion Compendium explores the relationship between range of motion (ROM) and functional mobility, emphasizing the importance of passive range of motion (PROM) and the length-tension relationship in achieving optimal movement strategies. The article highlights the transition from passive to active range of motion (AROM) and the significance of connective tissue architecture in understanding musculoskeletal organization. Additionally, it introduces the concept of bioflow, challenging traditional views of movement and ROM by emphasizing the interconnectedness of body tissues in force transmission. The neurophysiological component of range of motion is also briefly mentioned, providing a comprehensive overview of the factors influencing human movement and performance.
Movement Bottlenecks Unlocking Human Potential
Constraints-based learning is a framework that recognizes how motor skills emerge from the interplay between the individual, task, and environment. Skill acquisition occurs through exploring and exploiting the possibilities within these constraints.
Movement creates space, movement maintains the space, and space governs movement. Space is the ultimate prerequisite measure of movement potential. Space is the potential degree of freedom for movement possibility. Degrees of freedom are the ability to move freely without constraint.
Optimize Your Movement Potential with The RANGE
The ability to have a menu of movement options is predicated on one’s range of motion. Having range of motion is movement potential. The more limited someone’s range of motion the more limited their movement options are and the greater likelihood for compensation.
It is more beneficial to view fitness and health as a journey, rather than a destination. Small, consistent changes over time can lead to the ultimate goal of being both healthy and fit. Avoiding injury and taking a gradual approach to exercise can help ensure long-term success and well-being.