Standardized tests are often performed in the health and performance world to establish baselines, monitor performance, or help an athlete return to sports.
The lower extremity has received the most attention, but the ASH test, or athletic shoulder test, popularized by Ben Ashworth, is a great option for the upper extremity.
In this episode I talk to Ben about the ASH test and how to best use it for both rehabilitation and performance.
Plus, Ben was super friendly and gets a great discount on his new online courses on testing and training the athletic shoulder! Click the button below and make sure you use the coupon code REYNOLD at checkout!
Ben works as a consultant with teams and individuals to solve shoulder performance issues. He has over twenty years of experience as a practitioner with Masters degrees in both Physiotherapy and Strength & Conditioning.
Social tools for COS:
– Instagram: @athleticshoulder
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