A few months ago, a woman who had recently torn her ACL reserved a time on my calendar for a phone conversation (you can do the same here). She initially said that she just wanted to learn more about the program and its cost, but when I got on the phone with her, it was clear…
Inspiration for these posts comes from the questions we receive from clients, those of you on our email list, and the social media support groups we help out with (Facebook and Reddit). These are excellent communities and we highly recommend getting involved during your recovery process. This week an athlete posted the following on the…
It’s something you’ll hear over and over again during recovery after ACL injuries and surgery. We’ve gotta get your knee straight. In most cases, it is THE number one priority immediately after injury and then again after surgery. Getting your knee straight after ACL surgery (or more technically known as “full knee extension”) is correlated…
The isometric wall squat is a staple of the Accelerate ACL program. When this exercise is performed correctly, it provides a host of benefits for athletes before and after ACL surgery. The exercise can be used for the following: Building strength in the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and other supporting muscles of the hips Gradually exposing…
A lot of focus during recovery from ACL reconstruction is placed on restoring quad strength and size after surgery, and rightfully so. We shared a few tips on ways to efficiently do just that here and here. However, many athletes also have difficulty fully activating the calf muscle after surgery. This article will cover why…