There is a great deal of information on the best training programs for beginners, especially in the fitness field. Strongly recommended is that they should start off slowly with 2 to 3 sets of 10 to 12 repetitions. These are the same recommendations often given to high school and collegiate athletes. When started with a […]
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The term kinetic chain is often used when describing movements of the body. It is usually used to describe body movements responsible for generating power in the body. More specifically, it refers to the potential energy available from each joint action or body part movement. When adjacent joint actions occur in sequence, with a slight
We are pleased to see the increased interest in the Russian (Soviet) literature . There is excellent information in the books and articles that is applicable for the training being done today, and most of the information is related to the theoretical aspects of training. The practical aspects, although good, are, however, somewhat outdated. Understand
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In motor learning we are taught that when learning a new skill (technique) you need verbal explanations or visual cues (demonstrations) of what is to be learned. This is then followed up by executing the movement and repeating it is to develop the new neuromuscular pathway. The same process is repeated when making corrections or
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Plank exercises are used on many sports teams for development of the core muscles, i.e. the abdominal, lower back and sometimes hip muscles. In reality however, the plank is a very poor exercise for strengthening the core for athletes because it does not improve dynamic movements or develop strength through a full range of motion.