1-800-BJJ-HELP #127 Stan Pogrebinsky: Introduction to Our Bodies Systems, Subsystems, and Imbalances from Jiu Jitsu
Mar 30, 2025
Stan Pogrebinsky, a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, licensed massage therapist, and personal trainer, shares his expertise on body mechanics and muscle imbalances. He highlights the critical role of muscle synergies in Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing how they impact performance and injury prevention. The discussion covers intentional practice, the dynamics of muscle engagement, and practical strategies for addressing imbalances through dynamic stretching. Stan advocates for personalized training approaches to enhance athletes' effectiveness and longevity in the sport.
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Stan's Journey into Bodywork
- Stan Pogrebinsky, a black belt under Hedges Libre, has been doing jiu-jitsu for 13-14 years.
- He's also a licensed massage therapist and personal trainer, noticing significant muscle imbalances from jiu-jitsu.
Muscle Synergies and Imbalances
- Muscles work in groups called synergies, rarely in isolation, leading to imbalances from repetitive jiu-jitsu movements.
- Overworking one side while compensating with the other creates tug-of-war, joint issues, and decreased performance.
Local and Global Subsystems
- The body's movement involves local (stabilization) and global (movement) muscular subsystems.
- Jiu-jitsu requires training both for optimal performance and injury prevention, especially the often neglected local system.