The ULTIMATE Way To Build Shoulder Resilience And Grip Strength- The Ape Swing
The Ape swing is an advanced progression that is part of our Shoulder Stability Project that can build up a lot of shoulder resilience and grip strength. If you are an adult coming to this programme, then click on the link below and check our blog posts:
B2R Shoulder Stability Project. The Why & The How
B2R Shoulder Stability Project. The Hang
Before practising the Ape Swing be careful; there is a caveat, we must enter with caution if you have not ‘swung’ around like a kid for many years. Our bodies and, more specifically, our connective tissues (the pieces that often wind up leading people to seek a healthcare professional for help; tendon, cartilage, joint capsule, fascia, ligament….) have adapted to the lack of input. In other words, they have become less resilient.
This is an advanced progression for which we suggest a good amount of strength and mobility. Check out these videos and test yourself!
If you are interested in learning more about how we clinically use play and relxed movement in our rehab programs to help people with Aches & Pains and/or major sports injuries, be sure to check out our B2R Internship. This an evidence-based educational curriculum certified by the British Journal Of Sports Medicine (BJSM) and the Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
Giovanni Frapporti is a chiropractor and rehabilitation specialist based in Brescia and Verona, Italy. He played rugby for 20 years and coached Palmer College Rugby Football Club for 3 during his studies in the USA. After having been through several injuries and experienced back pain for many years himself, he has developed a special interest in chronic musculoskeletal pain rehab and sports injuries.