Flexibility
A regular and progressive flexibility development program can
greatly reduce the risk of trauma injuries or injuries related
to the overextension of joints, muscles, or connective tissue.
A flexibility development program improves neuromuscular coordination
prior to a training session. And if performed immediately after
this training session, will prevent soreness and promote a faster
physical recovery. Engaging in flexibility related exercises
optimizes the learning, practice, and execution of many types
of skilled movements
The three types of flexibility are as follow:
Static Flexibility
Static stretching involves holding a stretch to the farthest
possible point for an extended period of time. A good example
of the pinnacle of static flexibility is any type of splits.
Dynamic Flexibility
Dynamic stretching involves quick extensions of the limbs in
a rebounding and rhythmic manner. An example of this type of
flexibility is any type of high kick.
Active Flexibility
Active stretching involves the absence of assistance while simultaneously
holding a limb using only your own muscles for support without
the aid of any structure to a point past the average range of
motion. An example of active flexibility is lifting and holding
a kick out while standing in an upright position.
Increasing
flexibility involves stretching and improving the current condition
of your anatomical makeup. Stretching is a progressive system
of exercises that increases the flexibility of joints, muscles,
and connective tissues through pushing their range of motion
to the limit in a controlled manner. Also maintaining a healthful
diet rich in pure water daily will improve your muscle's and
connective tissue's water ratio. This will stimulate an increases
in the elasticity of these two body components. Particular flexibility
exercises correspond to certain types of flexibility.
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