Jefferson Curl

I was first introduced to the Jefferson curl by Melbourne Calisthenics owner Alex Jenkins as part of the warm up for calisthenics.  This is a great exercise for those wanting to improve the mobility of their back and hamstrings.  The one thing that I should mention is that I would not try this exercise without receiving guidance first by a qualified trainer and if you currently suffer from any specific spinal complaints i.e. lower back pain etc, then please consult with your osteopath or physiotherapist before trying this out.

The curl involves the individual gentle bending over and letting gravity and an external load (if used) to gradually stretch out the hamstrings and back over a short period of time.

If you would like to find out more about changing up your training program, be sure to touch base with us at Principle Four Osteopathy.

Principle Four Osteopathy

Principle Four Osteopathy is one of Melbourne City CBD leading Osteopathy clinics. At the clinic we treat a wide range of clients, ranging from the office worker, exercise enthusiast to athlete. We have 3 experienced osteopaths working across both of the clinics.

The Melbourne City CBD clinic is located at 29 Somerset Place (basement), close to the corner of Elizabeth St and Little Bourke in the Melbourne City CBD. Our premises adjoin the Jon Weller Personal Training Studio, a fully-equipped training space which allows clients to combine their osteopathy treatment with exercise tutorials or specific training programs and rehabilitation.

The Docklands clinic is located at 717 Bourke St (Ground Floor), beneath the Channel 9 building near the walkway from Southern Cross Train Station to Etihad Stadium. Our premises adjoin Pilates on Bourke, a fully-equipped pilates and yoga training space which allows clients to combine their osteopathy treatment with exercise tutorials, pilates or specific training programs and rehabilitation.

To speak to an Osteopath or book an appointment at Principle Four Osteopathy, please book online or call 03 9670 9290.