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Stretching and Muscle Physiology Resources

EvgeniZyntx
EvgeniZyntx Posts: 24,208 Member
edited February 10 in Social Groups
I was thinking of posting a short how-to and covering the needs for stretching as well as one way of keeping a stretching program in mind but my reading digressed and I stumbled upon a few good resources. So, voila, instead of a long post on stretching anatomy here is a few links:

Stretching physiology from someone at MIT, complete and detailed...

http://web.mit.edu/tkd/stretch/stretching_2.html#SEC6

Stretching programs

Basic mat stretches - post workout static stretches
http://www.builtlean.com/2011/05/25/basic-stretching-exercises-routine/

A simple program over at Mayo
http://www.mayoclinic.org/stretching/SLS-20076840

Stretching database over at bb.com
http://www.bodybuilding.com/exercises/finder/lookup/filter/exercisetype/id/3/exercisetype/stretching

Dynamic stretching as a warm up
http://www.builtlean.com/2011/04/06/dynamic-stretching-routine-best-full-body-warm-up/

As for me, I've broken down my program (I have flexibility issues) into functional areas (neck, upper body, arms, lower body...) and loaded them up as a routine into JeFit - easy reminder to do my program (about 15-20 minutes) post workout or run.

Anyone here have another method, an app or more info to share?

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  • parys1
    parys1 Posts: 2,072 Member
    Currently, I don't have a specific stretching program, per se, but always try to stretch my piriformis muscles post workout.

    I can't wait to check these links out. Thank you for sharing them.

    Edit: I guess I do do a program. The first, basic post-workout static stretches.
  • SideSteel
    SideSteel Posts: 11,068 Member
    Thanks for sharing, will bookmark this shiz
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    Tagging
  • Ophidion
    Ophidion Posts: 2,065 Member
    Thanks again, bookmarked. If I come across anything of value that is not covered will let you know.
  • cajuntank
    cajuntank Posts: 924 Member
    Tagging also.
  • QuietBloom
    QuietBloom Posts: 5,413 Member
    Oooh! I really like the idea of stretching as a warmup. Going to check that one out stat. Thank you!

    What is Jebit? I can't seem to find it.
  • bellesouth18
    bellesouth18 Posts: 1,071 Member
    I'm a firm believer in stretching. I don't lift weights, so I don't know proper techniques for those who do lift. But I am a former gymnastics coach and gymnast who has been trying to get some of her old flexibility back. My flexibility is above average still, but I want more!

    I do use some of these stretching exercises, but I also use others more typical of gymnastics stretches. It's working too! I can see and feel a big difference already.

    Thanks for posting this information! Having a larger range of motion helps prevent injuries--something that would benefit most people IMHO. :heart:
  • EvgeniZyntx
    EvgeniZyntx Posts: 24,208 Member
    Oooh! I really like the idea of stretching as a warmup. Going to check that one out stat. Thank you!

    What is Jebit? I can't seem to find it.

    It's Jefit. An exercise tracking app at www.jefit.com. You can use it to track routines and build your own.
  • delicious_cocktail
    delicious_cocktail Posts: 5,797 Member
    blump for later plermescing.
  • wild_wild_life
    wild_wild_life Posts: 1,334 Member
    Static bump
  • wheird
    wheird Posts: 7,963 Member
    Thanks!
  • geekyjock76
    geekyjock76 Posts: 2,720 Member
    I always thought the physiology of muscular contraction was one of the more interesting topics in all my biology and kinesiology classes. If I stretch, it's post-exercise since findings are too contradictory as to whether doing so prior prevents injury. When lifting, a warm-up is my first set at a reduced intensity.
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