James W. Youdas, P.T.

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• Magnitudes of Muscle Activation of Shoulder Complex and Spine Stabilizers during Rowing Exercises using a Suspension Strap Training System Rochester, Minn.

  The purpose of this study will be to measure muscle activity in selected upper extremity and torso muscles using electronic non-shocking sensors.  Subjects will perform a series of three exercise conditions requiring the participant to complete a pulling exercise while maintaining the spine in a neutral position.  The three exercises will be performed using a suspension strap training system.

• Magnitudes of Muscle Activation of Shoulder Complex and Spine Stabilizers during the Standard Push-up and Pushing Exercises using a Suspension Strap Training System Rochester, Minn.

  Physical therapists, personal trainers, and strength and conditioning specialists spend substantial time teaching clients how to strengthen their core. Core muscles provide a stable base for limb movement. Little research has been done looking at specific core and extremity muscle activation with variations of push-up exercises, specifically using the TRX© suspension system.