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Which statement about total stretching time and flexibility is true?
Which statement about total stretching time and flexibility is true?
How often can the same muscle group undergo flexibility exercises compared to resistance training?
How often can the same muscle group undergo flexibility exercises compared to resistance training?
What is the effect of prolonged static stretching within one minute of explosive exercise?
What is the effect of prolonged static stretching within one minute of explosive exercise?
What effect do vibration platform static stretches have compared to normal static stretches?
What effect do vibration platform static stretches have compared to normal static stretches?
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Which of the following exercises is least recommended in a low back care exercise program?
Which of the following exercises is least recommended in a low back care exercise program?
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Study Notes
Stretching and Flexibility
- Research indicates that total stretching time may have a greater impact on flexibility than the length of individual stretches.
- Flexibility exercises can target the same muscle group daily, contrasting with resistance training, which generally requires rest days.
- Static stretching lasting longer than 60 seconds immediately before explosive exercises can impair performance rather than enhance it.
Static Stretching Techniques
- Performing static stretching on a vibration platform may enhance range of motion beyond what typical static stretching can achieve.
Low Back Pain and Muscle Strength
- There is a misconception that weak abdominal muscles are solely responsible for low back pain; however, Body Mass Index (BMI) is often related to occurrences of low back pain.
- Current approaches for managing low back issues focus more on improving lumbar stability and core muscular endurance than solely enhancing muscular strength.
Low Back Care Exercise Recommendations
- Certain exercises are deemed inappropriate for a low back care program; supine straight-leg raises are specifically discouraged.
- Recommended exercises for low back health include curl-ups, lumbar extension with pelvic stabilization, and pelvic tilt.
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Description
Test your knowledge on flexibility and stretching techniques with this quiz. Explore important concepts such as stretching duration, the comparison with resistance training, and the impact of static stretching on performance. Understand the nuances of flexibility training effectively.