by Craig Liebenson | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
[Archive – March 27, 2012] “It is not so important whether the main emphasis is placed on muscles, soft tissues, chain reaction, or central nervous motor disregulation; what is crucial is that each treatment approach emphasizes the need to analyze and treat the...
by Craig Liebenson | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
[Archive – August 30, 2012] Pavel & Dan John’s book is a “gold mine” of relevant coaching/training pearls. For instance, the clear overview of the Russian approach to training, honed over the last half century, is presented brilliantly by Pavel. His emphasis...
by Craig Liebenson | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
[Archive – August 11, 2012] Physiologic Principle: “proximal stability for distal mobility” is the signature principle of PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) Athleticism is defined by disassociation of upper & lower extremities from the core. As...
by Craig Liebenson | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
[Archive – June 28, 2012] “The irony is that which enhances performance also helps prevent injury” Who said this?? If we focus on stability before power we get both better performance and prevention of injuries. As Gray Cook, PT says “move well, then...
by Craig Liebenson | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
[Archive – March 19, 2012] One of my final visits with my mentor Dr Karel Lewit from Prague took place when he was nearly 95 years old but still full of so much humor & wisdom. I wanted to share a few of the pertinent things he said to me. “I...