If you have lower back pain it may be because your hips are super tight. If you play a lot of guard in BJJ and/or sit a lot at a desk etc, then most likely your hips are super tight. Sitting for long periods of time tighten the hip flexors which can cause muscular imbalances in other parts on your pelvis and core contributing to lower back pain. Tight hip flexors also over take a lot in abdominal exercises so that you aren’t actually working your lower abs, but over working your hip flexors instead, further exacerbating the problem.
Try these stretches. Aim to do these every day. Hold it for at least 30 seconds each side.
Its time to get outdoors and enjoy the benefits, Sophia McDermott
In the most recent edition of Jiujiteira Magazine I share some fabulous outdoor exercise to keep you fit and and to stay strong. Now that the weather is getting warmer its important to get outside and enjoy the benefits being out doors. Changing things up can also keep things interesting and different which really helps with staying motivated.
I am pumped so I am excited to announce that I will be doing some livestream workouts!!! Each workout will be different and focusing on a different muscle group or different aspect of strength/fitness to help you feel energised and to keep you fit and strong and healthy.
I have already done a few live streams which were so much fun. We did a full body martial arts based workout out and then an abs and booty workout. each workout starts with a warm up, a vigorous exercise routine and a cool down relaxation stretch with some breathing to help de-stress during these crazy times.
Check out my article just published in Jiu Jitsu World Mag that explains the 5 basic fundamentals for strength training for all those who are starting out in the gym who want to supplement their training to be fitter and stronger for BJJ. The focus is to maintain a balanced body and to focus on movement patterns that are best suited for performance athletes. Don’t get confused in the gym by all the equipment and fancy exercises that you see on IG. Keep it simple, yet effective an follow this as as a guideline.
For those wanting a kick start on their New Year resolutions, my Home Workout Videos are 50% off for the new year! The coupon is LAUNCH50. Grab your vids while this launch code is available. These workouts are fun and inventive and they focus on all the different aspects of fitness to get you the body you want. Check out the workouts here and grab your copy.
There are 7 workouts in total and each workout is unique. There is so much info jammed packed in these workouts that will keep you motivated and inspired to workout. And the best thing is you can do these workouts in the comfort of your own home. All you need is a mat and a pair of dumbbells! Enjoy and send me your feedback!
I am launching my Home Workout Videos in the new year and partnering with FUJI Sports to do a GIVEAWAY!!! 15 lucky peeps get the workouts and a Fuji Sport sports bra for free!!!!
Keep your eyes open for for my next article to be published in Jiu-Jitsu World Magazine all about the five fundamentals of strength training. This article is a great guide for those who want to add some supplemental training to their BJJ training to increase their performance but who have limited knowledge on how best to train for performance.
Even though we might know what do to on the mats, it doesn’t mean wi=e know what do to in the gym. It can be daunting since there are so many different ways you can train depending on what your goals are, not to mention how to use all the machines and equipment. In this article I break it down and keep things simple and stick to the 5 fundamentals of training. Stay tuned.
I am super excited to announce that I am doing my workouts live!!!! Tune in to www.twitch.tv/sophia and do my workouts with me. They are great for getting in shape as well as maintaining good shape if you are an athlete. My focus is to create a balance body that is fit, agile, toned, strong and with good mobility. My workouts are challenging but you can work to your own level and progress. I focus on buying calories so if weight loss if your goal, you are gonna love these workouts.
Come join me aery Sunday 9am pst for ‘Mat Movement’ workout and Tuesday 12.30pm pst for my strength workout and get fit with me!!!!
