Stretching mechanisms and prescription
Exercise Physiology & Anatomy
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42m
An individual can be told what to do, but the individual who understands what they are doing opens much wider vistas of possibilities. This video provides not only suggested stretching prescriptions, but more importantly educates the learner about the mechanisms underlying various stretching techniques. In this video, you can learn how to alter tissue visco-elasticity, neural reflexes, sympathetic influences on muscle tone, pain and stretch tolerance among other effects to improve your flexibility.
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Barry is a renowned applied exercise physiologist and specialist in intermittent exercise and football. He is recognized internationally for his research in the area of football performance and player preparation and his applied experience working within the sport. Barry has also worked with high...
