Strengthening Your Lower Extremity, Part 1

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Your lower extremity is the control and foundation for all movements where we run, jump, cut, pivot and move whether in sport or within our everyday life. Proper movement mechanics and strengthening is critical to avoiding injury, gradual recovery in rehabilitation sessions and improving overall sport performance. Allison Gaudet, registered physiotherapist at our Cambridge and Kitchener-Downtown clinics, explains how to progress through squats and lunges to achieve optimal results. 

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