Full Sling Activation Session

Full sling activation sequence (SAS) - exercises #1-7 of the SAS.

[@cherylcalhoun1202]

This is the only Physical Therapy video that has made it possible for me to begin walking again. Thank you for posting it!

[@spacelemur7955]

0:18 ¹ Side-laying Thoracic Rotation 2:00 ² Lounge and Pound 3:38 ³ Side-lying Skater 5:08 ⁴ Upsidedown Turtle 6:26 ⁵ Row Dog 7:48 ⁶ Side-plank Windmill 8:53 ⁷ Kneeling Chop/Thrust

[@reginaflynn2622]

What is the name of the ball she is using? Any specific pressure it is inflated to?

[@cherylcrannick1524]

Thank you so very much! I just got your awesome link from today's New York Time article on core exercise and I will definitely try following your excellent tutorial.....I think I can do it! Thank you so much!!

[@dmk5n1]

this feels great. I am going to break up long car trips with this routine.

[@eleanorlee-bognar9807]

This is excellent and very usable for patient rehabilitation. Thank you

[@bols0111]

Who needs a chiropractor when the cues are at this level. Instant pain release and a good workout:) I can start my day with this! Thanks

[@KenanTurkiye]

I kind of tried these while watching (not with the correct form but close) and it seems like these are what I may need for my thight hips and lower back. Thank you.

[@JB-vu3qj]

I like these and would encourage maturing them into standing exercises for the most impact to core development.

[@jenniferdrummond3144]

Good video but the music in the background is really annoying. Why is it even necessary?

[@BobHancock]

I have to agree, the music is annoying and distracting.

[@AlejandroMaagno]

The music is the best- so modern and enticing!!😂😂

[@waldenfreedman3457]

I agree 100%. There should be a way to mute background noise like this.

[@crazymakerofthings633]

Music is fine - thanks for the great content

[@lawrenceproulx848]

Unnecessary music is one of the worst things about our era.

[@zagwask78]

A handout showing the exercises would be great as a reminder after you’ve watched the full video once. I understand handouts don’t produce revenue, but still.

[@Prorehab22]

Thank you, really great stuffs

[@thatboysims3k879]

Round of applause for Taylor 😂👏🏾👏🏾

[@stuartpedaso2949]

Those look like great exercises for my core and bad back. Thanks! Too back you could find some annoying background noise.

[@dansklrvids7303]

I tried this and it was a pretty amazing workout - felt like muscles that don't normally get much exercise got worked.

[@user-xm8xp3bv7p]

Thank you

[@davidproctor5055]

This is really good. Wanting to know if you have any literature out there on this for the layperson. Also, if you suggest adaptions to the exercises to make them easier or harder based on physical status.

[@christianacare]

You can learn more about the SAS program here: whyy.org/articles/nfl-puts-core-strengthening-program-of-delaware-therapists-in-its-playbook/

[@RUTABRASHKIN]

Awsome exercises

[@jeffsteverob]

I am concerned about all the neck flexion in some of these exercises Do you have a suggestion for those of us who cannot hold that flexion

[@AnnetteNiemtzow]

What kind of ball is Taylor using? Does anyone know?

[@tomk4092]

A blue one

[@rhondahelms4274]

Question. On the side lying skater, do you need to keep head suspended or can you lay head on pillow? My neck gets tight holding it up.

[@christianacare]

Yes, you can lay on a pillow.

[@ItineranteCata]

Which of these are okay and which should I avoid if I already have an L4-5 slipped disc? I’m working on core exercises already (plank, dead bug, squat, bridge, skater, bird dog) but not on rotations.

[@christianacare]

Before starting this exercise series, contact a doctor or physical therapist.

[@chrism1555]

how do you know when L3 is stabilized? how should you breathe with these?

[@kid2digit]

Any added risk or anything to avoid here if suffering from L4/L5 annular tears? 10 months into rehab from them, looking for more exercises to progress to.

[@christianacare]

Before starting rotations, contact your doctor or physical therapist.

[@anndonnellycom]

I can't do a side plank. What's a good alternative, or ways to strengthen to do a side plank? I have carpal tunnel and other issses that effect my wrist and hands.

[@libbylewis8164]

You can do a side plank on your forearm, to protect your wrist.

[@christianacare]

Drop a knee down instead of going from feet while doing the plank.

[@danbrodkey5535]

And to make it easier, you may want to use a small platform under your forearm. It will elevate your torso and decrease load on the hip / glute complex.

[@sfigue]

Aren't the kneeling chop thrusts horrible for your vertebral discs (any rotation with load grinds your discs between your vertebrae)

[@lusinehakobyan152]

Super❤❤❤

[@kimbeamonlcsw6854]

Is the ball weighted? Love these!!!

[@fieldwomen2783]

I'm wondering the same. And what size is the ball?

[@incognitotorpedo42]

It's squishy, so I'm guessing not weighted.

[@christianacare]

The 9 inch Pilates ball is not weighted. To advance, use a 6 to 8 lb medicine ball. Ideally, the 9 inch Pilates ball works best.

[@MargaretteMongeau]

Where do I get a ball like that, and what do I ask for? Does is come in different sizes?

[@apha55]

I think we can use a pillow or folded blanket/towel instead.

[@christianacare]

A 9 inch Pilates ball that's not weighted is used. To advance, use a 6 to 8 lb medicine ball. Ideally, the 9 inch Pilates ball works best. You can find them on Amazon or from another retailer that sells exercise equipment.

[@anndonnellycom]

Should we do 2-3 sets of each? And increase reps as we progress?

[@christianacare]

One set of 5 to 10 reps and then 2 sets of 8. 2 to 3 times a week.

[@paulgeorge9228]

by full sling, do u mean it targets all types of slings?

[@eleanorlee-bognar9807]

Our body is entirely connected by fascia. The orientation of fascia are called slings. Have a look at Anatomy Train ( book) by Tom Myers

[@christianacare]

This series works by activating a core in 360 degree manor. The core needs to be activated in all ranges of motion. If you connect and work these muscles strategically you have worked all muscles in your core.

[@kattanmichael9289]

In exercise 3, you say no hike. What is a hike?

[@christianacare]

A hike is when you raise your right pelvis up towards torso. Make sure to elongate your torso to get the most from this exercise.

[@davehill5539]

New to me - interesting

[@marciaweez]

What does full sling activation mean?

[@christianacare]

Activate the core in a 360 degree manor. The core needs to be activated in all ranges of motion. If you connect and work these muscles strategically you have worked all muscles in your core.

[@KenanTurkiye]

And from the uploads on their channel which has each of the 7 exercises individually, the ''full''' wording is used to denote the collection of the whole lot, so I assume the name is ''sling activation'' that you may be asking.

[@DieselSC]

What ball is that?

[@christianacare]

A 9 inch Pilates ball that's not weighted is used. You can find them on Amazon or from another retailer that sells exercise equipment.

[@MAB-wc9gs]

Modifications for someone who has had double hip replacement?

[@christianacare]

Before starting rotations, contact doctor or physical therapist.

[@MrJadwin]

The table looks pricey.

[@cherylbluestone]

instructions too fast to follow

[@KenanTurkiye]

If you go back into the uploads about 1 year ago in this channel, you'll find each of the 7 exercises individually uploaded with a slower explanation of the form and movements.