Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast Fitter Radio Episode 493 - Dr Kate Baldwin: Strength Training for Mobility
Jun 13, 2023
Dr. Kate Baldwin, a physiotherapist and strength coach at Endurance Movement, dives into the debate of stretching versus strength training for mobility. She highlights how strength training, especially eccentric exercises, can enhance flexibility and injury prevention, often more effectively than stretching alone. Kate shares specific exercises like front rack lunges and scapular push-ups tailored for swimmers and endurance athletes. The importance of knowing your body's limits and a balanced approach to strength training for improved performance is also a key takeaway.
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Strength Training Equals Stretching Benefits
- Strength training, especially eccentric work, can improve range of motion as effectively as stretching.
- Excessive range of motion isn't always needed for endurance sports and can increase injury risk.
Strength Training Prevents Injuries
- Research shows stretching does not effectively reduce injury risk, but proprioceptive work and strength training do.
- Strength training improves range of motion plus offers additional health benefits like tendon and bone health.
Eccentric Exercises for Swimmers
- Use eccentric exercises like eccentric lat pulldowns and front rack dumbbell reverse lunges to improve swimming-related shoulder mobility.
- Incorporate core and shoulder strength work like kneeling landmine presses and scapular push-ups for better performance.