Science of Flexibility - Couverture rigide

Alter, Michael J.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0873229770 ISBN 13 : 9780873229777

Editeur : Human Kinetics Publishers, 1996

Synopsis

Based upon the latest research in the topic of flexibility, this revised and updated edition includes five new chapters. These chapters cover the hypermobility of joints; joint manipulation and chiropractic adjustment; controversial stretches; the relationship of stretching and special populations; and the functionality of stretching and flexibility for specific sports and health conditions. The first few chapters cover factors that limit flexibility, such as the titin filament in muscle, plasticity in the spinal cord's neural circuits, and the influence of circadian cycles. The remaining chapters discuss how such limiting factors can be modified to enhance joint range of motion. These chapters feature a variety of techniques to enhance flexibility throughout the body.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Science of Flexibility has long been considered the leading reference on the topic and this new edition reaffirms that status. No other book covers these concepts and principles better. Based on the latest research, this revised and updated edition includes detailed illustrations throughout the text and an expanded section of scholarly and professional references. Readers will learn theoretical principles, clinical aspects and the factors limiting flexibility, as well as techniques to enhance overall flexibility throughout the body. With more than 1400 scholarly and professional references and over 100 illustrations, photos and tables, Science of Flexibility is an invaluable reference tool and an excellent text.

Biographie de l'auteur

Michael J. Alter is a former gymnast, coach and an expert on the subject of stretching. Previous editions of his book, Science of Stretching, as well as the how-to book Sport Stretch, received rave reviews from athletes, coaches, trainers and sports medicine professionals alike. Michael has been a guest lecturer at various annual meetings across America, including the 1994 Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium and the 1992 Scientific Meeting of the North American Society of Paediatric Exercise Medicine.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Date d'édition: 1996
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0873229770
• ISBN 13: 9780873229777
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 384
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible