Wrestling Notebook: Facing Off With Fords Is All the Motivation Russell Needs

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Wrestling Notebook: Facing off with Fords is all the motivation Russell needs
According to Russell, he had his cast removed about a month ago, started wearing a boot and began flexibility exercises before starting rehabilitation. He had the date of the match against The Haverford School circled on his calendar and used that as … Read more on Delaware County Daily Times

Athletes train body, mind during rehabilitation
Enlarge Image JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEKSPORTS Diligent rehabilitation enabled Olentangy senior Brooke Zwayer to come back sooner than expected after suffering a serious knee injury last July. Buy This Photo. By JARROD ULREY. ThisWeek … Read more on ThisWeekNews

Fitness trend alert: DDP YOGA created by wrestler Diamond Dallas Page
Designed by three time WCW world champion Diamond Dallas Page, DDP YOGA is a hybrid workout that incorporates yoga positions with calisthenics, rehabilitation techniques, dynamic resistance exercises and active breathing techniques for a more … Read more on SheKnows.com

Rehabilitation Exercises for a Broken Ankle – Rehabilitation Exercises for a Broken Ankle: Following a period of immobilisation in a cast, it is important to follow a thorough rehabilitation programme following a broken ankle. These exercises can be used to encourage full range of motion and strength at the ankle. For more information on the broken ankle and ankle rehabilitation exercises visit: www.sportsinjuryclinic.net Transcript: Following a broken ankle it is important to regain the full strength amd movement in the ankle to help prevent future injuries.Mobility exercises can usually begin first, once a cast is removed. Try to take the ankle through its full range of motion provided it is comfortable to do so. Point the foot away then pull it upwards holding for a couple of seconds at each end. Do the same when turning the foot inwards and outwards. Stretching the muscles surrounding the ankle is a must as the calf muscles especially will have been in a shortened postion while immobilized.To stretch the gastrocnemius lean against a wall with a wide stance, the back leg straight and heel on the floor. To stretch the soleus muscle bring the back leg forward slightly and squat down as far as you can bending both knees and keeping the heels down. To start to strengthen the ankle joint begin with seated calf raises to strengthen the calf muscles especially the soleus muscle. Start with just a few repetitions and gradually increase. Resistance bands can also be used to strengthen the muscles surrounding the ankle. To …