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Physiotherapist Mekaela Hockey
Updated 13-8-25
Booking Code QDGAT
1Pallof Press
3 sets of 10 reps
  • In a standing position, keep the wall to your side and ensure the band is anchored at waist height.
  • Hold onto the band with your affected hand and keep your elbow by your side.
  • Press forward; extending at the elbow and elevating at the shoulder, ensuring the movement is straight.
  • Return to the starting position in a controlled manner and repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines.
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With both hands holding band

2Goblet Squat
3 sets of 10 reps
5kg
  • Hold the weight prescribed at the level of the chest. You may use a kettlebell as shown or dumbells.
  • Position the feet underneath the hips.
  • Bending the knees and hips at the same time, send the hips back like you are sitting down.
  • Maintain an upright posture.
  • To stand, push through the feet to straighten the knees and tuck the tailbone.
  • Repeat as per Physiotherapist’s guidelines.
3Lunge
3 sets of 12 reps
  • Stand with both feet facing forward.
  • Step the right foot in front keeping it in line with the hip joint.
  • Come onto the balls of your left foot.
  • Gently drop your back knee to the floor.
  • Ensure your trunk stays upright.
  • Use a wall or railing for balance if needed.
  • Repeat as instructed by your physiotherapist.
4Single Leg Bridge
3 sets of 10 reps
Three times / week
  • Come into a lying position on the mat with the hands by your side.
  • This will reduce the amount of support provided by the upper limb.
  • Bend the knees with the heels in line with the sit bones.
  • Lift the non-target leg off the floor.
  • Press through the foot to lift the hips up.
  • Focus on keeping the pelvis level.
  • Repeat as per Physiotherapist guidelines.
5Side Plank [Kneeling]
3 sets of 10 reps
Three times / week
  • Come into a side lying position with the elbow stacked directly underneath the shoulder resting on the outside aspect of your arm.
  • Bend the knees so the heels are in line with the buttocks.
  • Place the hand onto the hip or extend the arm to the roof.
  • With the weight in the knees and the elbow, lift the hips towards the roof.
  • Ensure the buttocks moves forwards and doesn’t arch out from the lower back.
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