@theathletesroomuk: An elevated psoas march is an exercise I typically prescribe as part of general football conditioning. Its main benefits to the player are: 1. Targeted Hip Flexor (Psoas) Activation. In this position it engages the iliopsoas muscle, which is a primary hip flexor. Ultimately helping to restore proper psoas firing when it’s underactive or inhibited. 2. Pelvic and Lumbar Stability. When performed with one foot elevated (often on a box or bench), it challenges the players body to: ✅ Maintain a neutral pelvis ✅ Prevent lumbar extension or pelvic tilt ✅ Reinforce core control while the hip flexes. 3. Improved Hip–Core Co-ordination Trains the psoas to work independently of compensatory muscles (like the TFL or rectus femoris). Encourages proper sequencing between the hip flexors and deep core stabilisers. 4. Gait and Running Mechanics Mimics the stance-to-swing phase of gait. This is useful for players to improve: ✅ Knee drive ✅ Hip flexion strength without spinal movement 5. Postural Re-education Teaches control of anterior pelvic tilt during hip flexion. Beneficial for players with excessive lumbar lordosis or “tight hip flexors.” #SportsScience #InjuryPrevention #SportsMedicine #HighPerformanceTrainin #FootballTraining @Patson Daka
