Sport Benchmarked

Calisthenics

Bodyweight strength: shoulder mobility for handstands/muscle-ups, thoracic extension for overhead, wrist strength for handstand loading, hip flexor length for hollow body.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Shoulder Flexion
2 Shoulder Internal Rotation
3 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
4 Thoracic Extension
5 Hip Internal Rotation
6 Straight Leg Raise

Risk Factors Assessed

Shoulder Flexion
Shoulder Internal Rotation
Thoracic Extension
Straight Leg Raise

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Calisthenics biomechanical assessment include?
The Calisthenics protocol assesses Shoulder Flexion, Shoulder Internal Rotation, Shoulder Horizontal Abduction and 3 additional ROM tests specific to calisthenics demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Calisthenics assessment?
Any calisthenics athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in calisthenics-specific movement patterns.
How long does the Calisthenics protocol take?
The assessment takes 30-45 minutes. It covers 6 key ROM tests, identifies risk factors, and generates a prioritized corrective plan with 4 intervention targets.
How do I get started with the Calisthenics protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Calisthenics protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Sport
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
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