Side planks are one of the most confusing exercises for people with scoliosis, and today I’m clearing up the guesswork once and for all. In this episode, I’m walking you through the essentials: how to look at your own curve pattern, what a side plank should be doing for you, and how to keep your spine aligned instead of unintentionally reinforcing your asymmetries. I also walk through the full progression of side plank variations so you can train with clarity instead of forcing yourself into ...
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Side planks are one of the most confusing exercises for people with scoliosis, and today I’m clearing up the guesswork once and for all. In this episode, I’m walking you through the essentials: how to look at your own curve pattern, what a side plank should be doing for you, and how to keep your spine aligned instead of unintentionally reinforcing your asymmetries. I also walk through the full progression of side plank variations so you can train with clarity instead of forcing yourself into ...
Episode 125: Cobb Angle vs Rotation in Scoliosis: Why It Matters
Ahead of the Curve, The Scoliosis Experience
20 minutes
4 months ago
Episode 125: Cobb Angle vs Rotation in Scoliosis: Why It Matters
When it comes to your scoliosis, your Cobb angle is only half the story… In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m breaking down the difference between Cobb angle and spinal rotation and why both matter. Most people know their Cobb angle by heart, but scoliosis isn’t a two-dimensional condition. It’s three-dimensional, and the “hidden twist” of rotation often explains more about your pain, posture, and daily comfort than the number your doctor tracks. In this episode, you’ll hear: ✅ What you...
Ahead of the Curve, The Scoliosis Experience
Side planks are one of the most confusing exercises for people with scoliosis, and today I’m clearing up the guesswork once and for all. In this episode, I’m walking you through the essentials: how to look at your own curve pattern, what a side plank should be doing for you, and how to keep your spine aligned instead of unintentionally reinforcing your asymmetries. I also walk through the full progression of side plank variations so you can train with clarity instead of forcing yourself into ...
