The Science of Stretching

A book that brings together the scientific principles of many different modalities of stretching and its application to the general and sporting populations. It reviews static stretching, dynamic stretching, ballistic stretching, vibration platform, PNF, myofascial release, Pilates and Yoga, and, post-operative, chronic and acute injury benefits.

About the author

Alex Reid is a strength and conditioning specialist who has worked in professional sport for almost two decades. She has worked with two Football Premiership Clubs, the British karate team, the Football Association, England Athletics, the Lawn Tennis Association and many elite athletes. Alex currently runs her own strength & conditioning business, Perform Fitness, and consults for the Rugby Football Union. Alex has a Sports Science degree and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength & Conditioning Association and an Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach with the UK Strength & Conditioning Association. This is her second book.

Summary

A book that brings together the scientific principles of many different modalities of stretching and its application to the general and sporting populations. It reviews static stretching, dynamic stretching, ballistic stretching, vibration platform, PNF, myofascial release, Pilates and Yoga, and, post-operative, chronic and acute injury benefits.

Product details

• Authors: Reid, Alex Reid
• Publisher: Wiley
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.05.2017
• EAN: 9781785002601
• ISBN: 978-1-78500-260-1
• Dimensions: 172 mm x 242 mm x 12 mm
• Weight: 402 g
• Illustrations: 160 colour photographs 10 colour diagrams, Illustrationen, nicht spezifiziert, Raster, farbig, Diagramme
• Subjects: Guides > Sport > General, dictionaries, handbooks, yearbooks, history; SPORTS & RECREATION / Coaching / General, SPORTS & RECREATION / Training, Sports training & coaching, Sports training and coaching