The Stark Reality of Stretching

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The Stark Reality of Stretching is written by Steven D. Stark and published by . It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0968360734 (ISBN 10) and 9780968360736 (ISBN 13).

For years, people have been instructed to stretch before and after physical activity. We are taught that flexibility is very important in the prevention of injury, and that "no pain" means "no gain". Yet research has shown that many of the stretches commonly taught can lead to long-term injury, doing more harm than good. Dr. Steven Stark, a renowned sports medicine physician, debunks the mythology of current stretching practices. Citing over 50 scientific studies, he describes the techniques to avoid stretching injuries. The Stark Reality of Stretching offers active people - whether beginners or professional athletes - a simple, clear method of identifying and isolating the large muscle groups. Informed awareness of these muscle groups is paramount to effective warm-ups, and knowing, how to stretch properly can prevent injury and achieve better performance. One of the most common causes of groin tear injuries stretches athletes are trained to perform Slow running as a warm-up contributes to injury - potentially for life The gentle muscle tension of a proper stretch is far more beneficial than a "no pain, no gainö approach Book jacket.