Population

Transgender / Gender-Affirming Training

Training program adapted for individuals undergoing gender transition, addressing hormonal effects on mobility and strength, post-surgical movement considerations, body-affirming exercise selection, and progressive loading within hormonal parameters.

Clinical note: Use the name and pronouns each individual prefers. Exercise selection should affirm body goals, not impose external standards. Hormonal transition affects tendon and ligament properties. Post-surgical protocols require surgeon clearance before loading.
6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip Internal Rotation
2 Hip External Rotation
3 Shoulder Flexion
4 Thoracic Extension
5 Straight Leg Raise
6 Single Leg Balance

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Internal Rotation
Thoracic Extension
Shoulder Flexion
Straight Leg Raise

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Transgender / Gender-Affirming Training assessment include?
The assessment covers Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation, Shoulder Flexion, Thoracic Extension with functional screening criteria. It generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How is the Transgender / Gender-Affirming Training protocol different from a general assessment?
This protocol is calibrated specifically for transgender / gender-affirming training with 6 targeted tests, population-specific benchmarks, and corrective exercises designed for this population's unique needs and constraints.
How do I get started with the Transgender / Gender-Affirming Training protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Transgender / Gender-Affirming Training 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
Population
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Screening-based
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