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    Plantar Fasciitis

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    2. REVIEW OF LITERATURE Vinod Babu K. et al. conducted research on the effectiveness of instrumental assisted soft tissue mobilization technique with static stretching in subjects with plantar fasciitis. He concluded that this mobilization technique combined with static stretching of triceps surae muscle is significantly more effective than conventional exercises in reducing pain‚ improving ankle dorsiflexion ROM and functional disability for subjects with chronic plantar fasciitis. It is recommended

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    However when reviewing evidence into the effects of stretching when not part of a warm up results have been opposing. There are 4 different types of stretching; static‚ dynamic‚ ballistic and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)‚ all of which have been researched in order to come to a conclusion on which type is the most effective. In order for stretching to prevent injuries there needs to be an element of flexibility in the muscle-tendon unit. If

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    45 minutes‚ 7 intensity‚ strength‚ balance‚ cardio |Gym Workout‚ 45 minutes‚ 7 intensity‚ strength‚ balance‚ cardio | | Description/Reflection: Monday: Tennis Drills #1 consisted of stretching‚ a quick jog around the court‚ four different drills and then another stretch. I started off with dynamic stretching and then a jog around the court. Once that was completed I started with my drills. First‚ a forehand drill was done in which I continuously returned the ball cross-court‚ making sure to hit

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    exercise in your daily schedule. An easy way to attain a nice amount pf physical activity would be to begin going for walks with a friend or even a pet. It is also good to stretch before you begin any kind of exercise. Stretching enables you to do more than you would without stretching. When you do not stretch before you exercise joints grow less flexible over time. Less flexibility means less range of movement in your daily life‚ like bending down or twisting to pick up something. Always remember

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    body joints through a full range of motion. There are many factors that affect flexibility‚ such as bone structure‚ muscles‚ tendons‚ and ligaments. It is an important component of personal fitness and should be a part of daily exercise (through stretching). There are many types of stretches‚ most of which have positive effects on your muscles. These benefits are essential for a well-balanced quality of life. When you stretch‚ one set of your muscles contracts‚ while another set relaxes

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    Week .5 overview: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Swim –6-7am Prac – 11G‚ 75 min Prac – 12A‚ 75min Beep test Skipping – 5min Skipping – 5min Skipping – 5min Skipping – 5min Skipping – 5min Completed Completed Completed Training session No. ONE Date: 1.8.12 (Wednesday) Time: 6-7am (1 hour) Venue: Aquarena Aquatic Centre Weight: 64kg Session Goal: To increase fitness and

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    P.E. Introduction

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    achieved through stretching specific segments of the body. To achieve good body flexibility‚ exercises should be performed daily. For very tight muscle-joint area‚ it is highly recommended that flexibility exercises be done at least twice a day. TYPES OF STRETCHING 1. Passive Assisted Stretching- involves relaxing a specific body part and just allowing the partner to move the limb of the stretcher to gain a new range of movement. 2. Static Stretching- involves slowly stretching a segment of

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    The 12-Month Football Training Program A complete football training program takes just a little planning. But the benefits are well worth the effort... Football players are amongst some of the finest athletes in the world and that’s a testament to their gruelling regime. If you want to perform at YOUR best - whatever level that might be - you can learn a lot from the way the pros train. First and foremost though‚ a football training program has to meet your own specific needs... Training time

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    through natural exercises. These workouts are scientifically proven to increase height even after puberty‚ if done properly and regularly. By stretching and flexing your body‚ these exercises will stimulate your body to secrete HGH(Human Growth Hormone)‚ which will increase your body height. 1. VERTICAL HANGING: This is a simple but an extremely effective stretching exercise which you can do at your home. All you need to have is a solid bar strong enough to hold an individual‚ fixed at least 7 feet above

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    is assumed to occur from over-stretching or excessive use of extensor muscles.1 Diagnosis is often based on the patients history and physical signs such as‚ pain radiating over the outer compartment and down the posterior arm where the extensor muscles (extensor carpi radialis brevis) run‚ muscle weakness‚ and decreased wrist extension.2 Some treatment methods include: R.I.C.E.‚ massage‚ steroidal injections‚ concentric and eccentric strengthening exercises‚ stretching‚ and surgery.1 However‚ due to

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