ABCs of the Knees: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing

Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the anatomy, biomechanics, and cueing of the knees.

Points of discussion include:

• What is the structure of the knee joint?
• What are the ligaments of the knee?
• Are quadriceps-targeted exercises the only way to strengthen the knee?
• Is the knee joint only a hinge joint?
• What’s the screw home mechanism of the knee?
• What are knee valgus and knee varus?
• What is knee hyperextension and what is terminal knee extension?
• How can we load or target the knee in our yoga, strength, and/or movement practice?
• The meniscus of the knee and common conditions of this structure
• Is exercise good or bad for knee osteoarthritis?
• …And much more!

Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Jenni’s email newsletter

Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis

The “body curl” YouTube video

Jenni & Travis’ program: 5 Weeks to Strong & Flexible Hamstrings

Travis’ ACL Care business

Research study: Effect of High-Intensity Strength Training on Knee Pain and Knee Joint Compressive Forces Among Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: The START Randomized Clinical Trial

Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni

Strength for Yoga email newsletter

To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram

Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.

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