neutral zone

Question 1

Neutral zone

Answer 1

From the position in which you naturally stand, between 2-9 degrees of flexion of the lumbar spine is possible within the neutral zone.

Question 2

Why we need neutral zone

Answer 2

Within the neutral zoen, pressure on passive structures in the spinal column is minimal. This helps us to avoid injury .

Question 3

Is neutral zone the only one option?

Answer 3

In strength training you might not always be able to assume a position in the neutral zone - this is where maintaining position becomes important.