Meet Ben Ashworth: A Shoulder Specialist with a Wealth of Experience

Ben Ashworth is a highly experienced shoulder specialist with over 20 years of expertise in the field. He has worked extensively with athletes as both a physio and strength coach in various performance settings.

Throughout his career, Ben has had the opportunity to work with elite rugby teams, Olympic sports in preparation for the London 2012 Games, and serve as the first team physiotherapist at Arsenal Football Club. He has also held the role of Performance Director in European football.

In addition to his professional roles, Ben runs his own Athletic Shoulder business, where he works with Major League Baseball teams and supports an NFL shoulder injury task force. He is recognized globally for his published research and expertise in athletic shoulder testing and training.

Currently pursuing a PhD at Liverpool Hope University, Ben’s research focuses on the key determinants of throwing performance and the use of a system to optimize athlete health and performance in sports with high shoulder demands.

Highlights from the Physical Prep Podcast:

• Ben’s journey and passion for shoulders in the industry.
• His key focus points, or “Big Rocks,” for shoulder training and health.
• The evaluation process Ben utilizes to assess the health and functionality of his clients and athletes.
• The ASH Test, which is a force-plate test named after Ben himself.
• The data and metrics that hold the most importance when evaluating shoulder health.
• How to translate assessment information into a world-class training program.
• The significance of both maximum force and rate of force development in training.
• A rapid-fire round of shoulder training questions to address common concerns.

Source: Ben Ashworth on Outcome-Driven Shoulder Training & Performance