Bulletproof Shoulder by Kime Performance PT
by Dr Tony Mikla
Description
Bulletproof Shoulder is the first course in the Bulletproof series that instructs professionals on optimizing upper quarter dynamic movement, strength, and speed for clients of all ages. A significant focus will be placed on both the quality and the purpose of movement pattern assessment, implementing exercise progressions, and developing elite, recreational, and daily life performance. Focused progression and regression will be the emphasis of this course, so students can cleanly deliver the best program for client at exactly the right time.
The foundation of this course is built on movement science principles from high level contributors such as FMS, EXOS, Strong First, and the NSCA. The course takes content from all of these educational groups and brings it together to be easily implemented in a gym or clinical setting for both the general population or elite athletes.
Note: Tools are not provided with this course.
Learning Objectives
- Develop respect for the biomechanics, joint contributions and myofascial layerings that influence upper quarter performance and health
- Demonstrate the ability to perform baseline assessment for necessary movement quality prior to implementing high level upper quarter fitness
- Implement appropriate mobility interventions for specific limitations
- Implement appropriate exercise progression along the rehabilitation and performance continuum
- Demonstrate proficiency in the developmental drills for the Upper Quarter
- Demonstrate proficiency with progressions toward Vertical and Horizontal Push/Pull patterns with strength and speed
- Recognize situations where the use of a kettlebell will facilitate improved motor control and strength for the Upper Quarter
- Demonstrate appropriate exercise implementation following Case Study learning model
Course Content
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Tony Mikla, DPT
Tony is a leading sports physical therapist, performance coach, and researcher. He speaks and teaches nationally on sports physical therapy and regularly publishes research in international journals. Tony previously served as the Physical Therapy Manager at the world-renowned EXOS in Phoenix, AZ, working with some of the best athletes in the world. He was the Medical Director for the Sacramento Sports Commission and adjunct faculty in Physical Therapy at Sacramento State University and Northern AZ University. In 2015, Tony was named a finalist for the NSCA Sports Medicine Specialist of the year and was awarded the 40 Under 40 Award from the Sacramento Business Journal in 2017.
Hour 1: Joint by Joint/Functional Line/Biomechanics
- Joint by Joint (the GH is not alone!)
- Anatomy Trains
- Anterior spiral line (integration)
- Posterior spiral line (integration)
- Breathing components
- Biomechanics
- Scapular-humeral rhythm
- Contribution of thoracic spine and cervical spine
Hour 2: Assessments
- Active Mobility
- Overhead reach
- Thoracic spine rotation/extension
- Behind neck/Behind back
- Breathing
- Diaphragm
Hour 3: Mobility Interventions
- Thoracic spine
- Sidelying Rotations
- Quadruped Rotations
- Foam Roll extension work
- Self Soft Tissue
- Myofascial Ball release
- Levator scap
- Lat/Teres
- Stretch
- Doorway
- TRX Lat deep squat
- Full kneeling elbow rest active Lat Release / Thoracic extension
Hour 4:Stage 1 Strength/Stability
- Rotator Cuff
- DB Raises
- Scaption, Hinge Extension, Hinge T’s
- Sidelying ER → Side bridge ER → Side plank ER
- Stability Ball T’s, Y’s
- Band
- Standing ER (by side) → 90/90 ER
- Shoulder Girdle Integration
- Supine Arm-Bar → Supine Bottoms-Up Arm-Bar
- Sidelying Arm-Bar → Sidelying Bottoms Up Arm-Bar
Hour 5: Stage 2 Strength/Stability
- Push Progression
- Push-up hold → Push-up hold shoulder tap
- Elevated Push up → Floor push-up
- Pull Progression
- Standing Cable Row (double arm) → Standing Cable Row (single arm)
- Lat-pulldown → Assisted Pull-up (band or machine) → Pull up
- Shoulder Girdle Integration
- KB halos ½ kneeling and full kneeling
- Get-up: supine to elbow → elbow to tall sitting
- Overhead Carry
- Side Plank holds
- Stage 3 Strength/Stability
- Push Progression
- Overhead Carry → Single arm Vertical Press (½ kneeling → standing)
- Pull Progression
- Sled rope pulls
- Shoulder Girdle Integration
- Get-up: tall sitting to high post → post to sweep → windmill
Hour 6: Case Studies
- Stage by Stage
- Client demographics
DC
This course is valid for continuing education credit through NUHS in the following states, so long as it falls within the scope of practice as outlined by the corresponding state board: AK, CO, CT, DE, DC, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OH, OR, RI, SC, SD, UT, VT, VA, WA, WY (Considered distance learning, please check with your board how many hours you are allowed)
Please note that online continuing education is not recognized in the following states: CA, FL, LA, MS, OK, WI
CEU approval for this course has been submitted and is pending: AL, AR, GA, HI, KY, MO, NM, PA, TX and WV
*NUHS makes no representation either directly or indirectly that the substantive matter being presented is approved or within respective scope of licensing. It remains the attendees’ responsibility to contact the state board(s) from which they seek continuing education credits for purposes of ensuring said board(s) approves both the delivery method and content as they relate to this event.
PT/PTA
Bulletproof Shoulder meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards: AL, CO, CT, IA, ME, MA, MN, NH, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY
FL – Bulletproof Shoulder is approved by the FPTA for 6 hours, CE Broker Approval #:CE23-907754
IL - Bulletproof Shoulder (6 contact hours) meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards by virtue of a National University of Health Sciences approval: IL . NUHS is recognized by the Secretary of States Department of Education.