Sport Benchmarked

Judo

Olympic throwing and ground grappling demanding grip strength for kumi-kata, hip mobility for throw entries, shoulder stability for grip fighting, and ukemi readiness.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip Internal Rotation
2 Hip External Rotation
3 Shoulder Internal Rotation
4 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
5 Lower Trunk Rotation
6 Cervical Flexion Extension

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Internal Rotation
Hip External Rotation
Shoulder Internal Rotation
Lower Trunk Rotation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Judo biomechanical assessment include?
The Judo protocol assesses Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation, Shoulder Internal Rotation and 3 additional ROM tests specific to judo demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Judo assessment?
Any judo athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in judo-specific movement patterns.
How long does the Judo 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 Judo protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Judo 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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