Having proper hip mobility is essential for a functional lifestyle along with increasing athletic ability by moving through full ranges of motion. Pain, stiffness and any sort of restrictions can limit mobility and lead to compromised movement patterns. Adequate ranges of motion, strength through ranges and control within individual joints helps maximize performance. Mobility is simply a usable range of motion. Mobility exercises that incorporate both stretching and strengthening can help improve active range of motion. Stretching alone does not improve hip mobility. A great distinction between the two is: stretching is the ability to passively achieve extended ranges of motion while mobility is the ability to actively achieve extended ranges of motion. It is easy to confuse mobility and stretching, both terms are used interchangeably on a regular basis. When the joints move well, efficient muscles are built. With joint stiffness comes a decreased ability of the muscle to move the joint through its full range of motion. Joints need to be mobile enough to withstand muscular demands so they can do their job properly. Mobility of a joint is important to allow proper movement patterns, especially when loaded with resistance. It is also commonly described as the range of uninhibited movement around a joint. Specifically, joint mobility is defined as the degree to which an articulation (where two bones meet) can move before being restricted by surrounding tissues like tendons, ligaments and muscles. Mobility is the ability to move in your environment freely, without restrictions or pain. Mobility of all joints, especially the hips, is crucial for your body’s health and ability to function pain-free. The best part is, it's not difficult, you just have to do it! So, with that in mind, we are going to teach you what you need to know about mobility, specifically for the hips, and the best ways to incorporate hip mobility exercises into your routine. By improving the mobility of your hips, you'll greatly improve your quality of life.
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