Author: Dr Tristan Koekemoer

Hip Impingement in CrossFit Athletes: Why It Happens, What It Means & What Actually Works Deep squats. Front squats. Cleans. Snatches. Thrusters. Wall balls. All of these movements require substantial hip flexion — and if you’re a CrossFit athlete experiencing pain at the front of your hip or in your groin, you may have been told: “You’ve got hip impingement.” But here’s where things get interesting. Hip impingement isn’t necessarily a diagnosis. You can have a hip that looks like … Continue reading “Hip Impingement in CrossFit Athletes: Why It Happens, What It Means & What Actually Works”

Wrist Pain During the Front Rack Position: Why It Happens (And What Actually Works) The front rack position is one of the most technically demanding positions in strength training. Whether you’re performing: Front Squats Cleans Power Cleans Thrusters Wall Balls Push Press Push Jerks …your wrists need to tolerate significant force while maintaining mobility through the wrist, elbow, shoulder and thoracic spine. If you’re experiencing wrist pain every time you get into the front rack, you’re not alone. At The … Continue reading “Wrist Pain During the Front Rack Position: Why It Happens (And What Actually Works)”