Increase output 40% with this ARX technique

After a year of consistent ARX training, I hit a plateau with my leg output. That changed dramatically when I discovered Becoming a Supple Leopard by Dr. Kelly Starrett. This book is a comprehensive guide to optimizing movement, mobility, and performance, with a special focus on maintaining a stable, neutral spine and unlocking tight areas like the hip flexors.

What Makes The Supple Leopard Unique?

Dr. Starrett emphasizes the importance of proper body mechanics, especially spinal alignment and hip mobility. The book provides step-by-step mobility drills, like the famous couch stretch, to target tight hip flexors, and teaches the "bracing sequence" to stabilize your spine and keep your ears aligned with your shoulders before every movement.

My Experience: Fixing Tight Hip Flexors

Despite regular ARX workouts, I struggled with very tight hip flexors, which limited my leg drive and overall output. Following the book's guidance, I incorporated daily hip flexor stretches and made a conscious effort to stabilize my spine and align my posture before every ARX set. The difference was immediate and profound: my leg output increased by 40%, breaking through a plateau I thought was permanent.

How You Can Apply This Technique

• Assess your mobility: Use the couch stretch to test and improve hip flexor flexibility.
• Stabilize your spine: Practice the bracing sequence: engage your core, set your ribcage, and align your ears with your shoulders before each movement.
• Integrate with ARX: Before every ARX set, take a moment to check your alignment and posture. This primes your body for maximum, safe output.

Whether you're new to ARX or a seasoned user, optimizing your movement patterns with techniques from The Supple Leopard can unlock new levels of performance. If you've hit a plateau, try focusing on mobility and alignment. You might be surprised by how much more your body can do!