Defining the Integrated Flexibility Continuum The Purpose of Flexibility Training is to: correct muscle imbalances increase joint range of motion decrease muscle soreness decrease muscle hypertonicity relieve joint stress maintain normal functional length of all muscles Types of Stretching: 1. Static Stretching- process of passively taking a muscle to the point of tension and [...]
X-Factor Fitness Solutions Blog Archive for the ‘Flexibility and Stretching’ Category
Integrated Flexibility Continuum – Flexibility Training
By Matt Trudo on April 14th, 2011Understanding and Avoiding Upper Cross Syndrome
By Matt Trudo on March 15th, 2011Lets address one of the most neglected and important areas of the body: the shoulder joint. Overuse can occur through repetitive motions, as in swimming, or in static overuse — for example, the position held on a bike. What’s the result? Tight anterior and weak posterior musculature creates imbalances, poor posture, discomfort and possibly injury. [...]
Desk Posture: It Can Make or Break You
By Matt Trudo on November 22nd, 2010Self-Myofascial Release
By Matt Trudo on October 20th, 2010Self-myofascial release (SMR) is a technique that applies pressure to points of tension in order to relieve pain and improve flexibility. When used in a regular flexibility program, one will see improvements in not only their flexibility, but also how they feel on a day-to-day basis. Dr. Janet G. Travill is known as the “The [...]
Pectorals and Deltoids – Top Ten Stretches
By Matt Trudo on October 11th, 2010Pectoralis / Deltoid Stretches: These stretches will provide a way to stretch out your chest and shoulders. There are two stretches that can be done to stretch the pecs and the delts. The first one is the Parallel Arm Chest Stretch. Stand with your arm extended to the rear and parallel to the ground. Hold [...]
