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Flexibility.

C B Corbin

    Clinics in Sports Medicine
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    This article reviews current research on athletic flexibility, offering practical strategies for program design to reduce injury and enhance performance. Sufficient knowledge exists to create effective flexibility programs for athletes across all sports.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Science
    • Exercise Physiology
    • Athletic Training

    Background:

    • Flexibility is crucial for athletic performance and injury prevention.
    • Current research provides a foundation for developing effective training programs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To inform readers about the latest research on athletic flexibility.
    • To provide practical guidelines for designing flexibility programs for athletes.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of current research on flexibility.
    • Synthesis of findings to inform practical program design.

    Main Results:

    • Sufficient knowledge exists to develop effective flexibility programs.
    • Programs can be designed to reduce injury incidence and optimize performance.

    Conclusions:

    • Current research supports the development of evidence-based flexibility programs.
    • Effective flexibility training is essential for athletes in all sports.