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Do pre-exercise routines influence achilles tendon biomechanics? A cross-over study

The debate surrounding the efficacy of stretching and warm-up routines in injury prevention continues to persist within the realm of sports science. One key area of interest is the impact of these preparatory exercises on the biomechanical properties of the Achilles tendon. In 2011, a study aimed by Park, et. al., to explore whether warm-up exercises exert a more significant influence on Achilles tendon biomechanics … Continue reading Do pre-exercise routines influence achilles tendon biomechanics? A cross-over study

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Which warm-up protocol maximizes jumping performance in high school female athletes?

In 2006, Faigenbaum, et. al., conducted studies which have questioned the effectiveness of static stretching in improving performance, prompting interest in dynamic warm-up routines. In this context, researchers sought to explore the immediate effects of various warm-up protocols, with and without a weighted vest, on anaerobic performance in female high school athletes. Conducted within the setting of a high school fitness center, the study employed … Continue reading Which warm-up protocol maximizes jumping performance in high school female athletes?

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Does submaximal contraction equal maximal results? Exploring contract-relax proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (CRPNF) stretching for hamstring flexibility

In 2004, a randomized controlled trial conducted by J.B. Feland and H.N. Marin investigated the efficacy of submaximal contractions in contract-relax proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (CRPNF) stretching for enhancing hamstring flexibility. The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of submaximal contractions with maximal voluntary isometric contractions (MVICs) in improving hamstring flexibility. The trial involved 72 male participants aged 18-27, all of whom demonstrated tight hamstrings, defined … Continue reading Does submaximal contraction equal maximal results? Exploring contract-relax proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (CRPNF) stretching for hamstring flexibility

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