Context matters and many of these ideas are used too broadly or simply aren’t true or necessary.

• Flatten your back and draw your belly button to your spine

• Don’t let your knees go past your toes 

• This will strengthen your VMO

• Squats and deadlifts are bad for you if you have a back issue

• Running is bad for your knees 

• Always keep your back straight

• Always bring your shoulder blades down and back

• You have low back pain so you should do lots of prone extensions

• Your muscle is tight so you need to do lots of stretching

Often these are blanket statements and ignores the individual’s needs and function. A number of these are outdated and research has shown to not be true.

(January 23 2021)