Recently, there has been a shift from static stretching (SS) or proprioceptive neuromuscular
facilitation (PNF) stretching within a warm-up to a greater emphasis on dynamic stretching …

Background Ankle sprains are highly prevalent with high risk of recurrence. Consequently,
there are a significant number of research reports examining strategies for treating and …

The effects of static stretching (StS) on subsequent strength and power activities has been
one of the most debated topics in sport science literature over the past decades. The aim of …

Background Physical activity is important in both prevention and treatment of many common
diseases, but sports injuries can pose serious problems. Objective To determine whether …

Flexibility refers to the intrinsic properties of body tissues that determine maximal joint range
of motion without causing injury. For many years, flexibility has been classified by the …

Here is all the guidance you need to customize interventions for individuals with movement
dysfunction. YouÕll find the perfect balance of theory and clinical techniqueÑin-depth …

Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, Ninth Edition With HKPropel
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Page 1 Designing Resistance Training Programs FoUrth Edition Steven J. Fleck, PhD University
of Wisconsin–Parkside William J. Kraemer, PhD University of Connecticut Human Kinetics …

Background: The increasing popularity of distance running has been accompanied by an
increase in running-related injuries, such that up to 85% of novice runners incur an injury in …

The use of dynamic stretching as a replacement for static stretching in the warm-up is
widespread based on the reports of static stretching-induced performance impairments …