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Glorious Professionals

031 - Dr. Stuart McGill - Professor, Author and BackFitPro CEO

Dec 30, 2020
Dr. Stuart McGill, expert in back injury, discusses importance of movement, rucking to alleviate back strain, impact of sitting, and best progression for rehab. Emphasizes core stability, functional movement over muscle strength, and avoiding heavy bending in the morning. Highlights benefits of proper form in rucking for spine strength and injury prevention.
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  • Rucking with backpacks can reduce spine loads and aid in back rehabilitation.
  • Training movements over muscles enhances performance and reduces injury risks.

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Training the Back Strength

Building disproportionate back strength in relation to endurance can lead to further injury and prolonged treatment. Resilient back muscles require a balance of strength and endurance to prevent injuries. Proper movement patterns and endurance are essential in back rehabilitation, with strength training following increased endurance. Dr. Stuart McGill emphasizes prioritizing endurance over strength to maintain healthy back conditions.

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