Upper Crossed Syndrome NASM Breakdown

Upper Crossed Syndrome - fitness client with rounded shoulders and forward head demonstrating poor posture from upper crossed syndrome

Upper crossed syndrome (UCS) is a postural issue where clients may have a forward head, overextended cervical spine, with rounded shoulders. NASM states that people with upper crossed syndrome may also have thoracic spine kyphosis, raised shoulder or scapular winging. Over time this dysfunction can lead to joint issues and muscle imbalances, so it’s important … Read more

LPHC NASM Breakdown (2024) – Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Complex Anatomy

Lumbo Pelvic Hip Complex - image of fitness client with a focus on the lumbo pelvic hip complex

The LPHC, or the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, is a group of muscles and connective tissues located in the back of the hip joint. These muscles play a crucial role in maintaining stability, balance, balance, and proper movement patterns in the lower body. Understanding and properly training the LPHC can help prevent injuries and improve overall athletic … Read more

SMART Goal NASM Breakdown for 2024

SMART Goal NASM - trainer and client sitting down in a fitness setting to discuss goals

NASM SMART goals is an acronym used to help formulate the best fitness and health goals. SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely. If you employ each of these steps when you create a goal for yourself or your clients, you give yourself an immediate path towards success. This article details the concept … Read more

The 2024 Guide to the NASM Davies Test

NASM Davies Test - client in push up position touching one hand to another

The Davies Test is an agility and mobility assessment where the participant holds a plank position and lifts one hand off the floor, attempting to touch the opposite hand as many times as possible in 15 seconds. I’ve used the Davies Test on multiple occasions to test my client’s shoulder stability and agility. As a … Read more

NASM Overhead Squat Assessment

The NASM overhead squat assessment is a comprehensive movement assessment that screens for a variety of muscle imbalances across the entire kinetic chain. The process involves holding your arms overhead and performing a squat while your coach observes your movement. This article is based on over a decade of my experience being a full-time NASM-certified … Read more

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