Reverse Nordic
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff from Elite Performance Institute demonstrates the Reverse Nordic Exercise – an intense bodyweight movement that targets all four quadriceps muscles through a deep eccentric range while simultaneously improving anterior chain flexibility.
🔥 Potential Benefits:
- ✅ Builds serious quadriceps strength in the lengthened position
- ✅ Enhances knee extension control and hip flexor flexibility
- ✅ Improves resilience for running, jumping, and deceleration tasks
- ✅ No equipment required (just a soft surface for knees)
- ✅ Highly scalable – start with small range and progress deeper over time
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Reverse Nordic
Difficulty Level: Intermediate to Advanced
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Soft surface or foam pad/mat for knee comfort
📅 When to Use This:
Quad-focused strength days, sprint/jump warm-ups, prehab/rehab programs, or as a brutal finisher. Keep a straight line from knee to torso and only go as far back as you can control.
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📢 DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before trying new exercises, especially if you have knee, hip, or lower-back concerns.