Stretching Scientifically: A Guide to Flexibility Training (4th Revision ed)
by Thomas Kurz
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Book Summary Information
Author: Thomas KurzEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2003-03
ISBN: 0940149451
Number of pages: 214
Publisher: Stadion Publishing Company, Inc.
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Book Reviews of Stretching Scientifically: A Guide to Flexibility Training (4th Revision ed)
Book Review: very informative
Summary: 4 Stars
prior to reading this book, i used to have a lot of misconceptions on how to gain flexibility. my own methods were all wrong and maybe, even dangerous. i also missed out a lot of things on pre-requisites for flexibility training such as strengthening the muscles first.
after reading this book back to back and following the methods, within a few weeks my flexibility and also strength has improved a lot. my endurance too! never in my life did i feel physically fit.
i gave a rating of 4 stars instead of 5 because:
i) there should have been more illustrations and examples.
ii) it should have a more logical presentation of ideas rather than bits of topics scattered all over the book (some useful ideas can only be found in the q & a portion).
iii) detailed samples of workouts and explanations (e.g., i had to search the internet what does "adductor flies" mean).
iv) i am not that versed in physical education and human anatomy as the author assumes. maybe, simpler explanations for the layman would make it easier and even more enjoyable.
overall, this is a good buy! and i don't regret it.
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Summary of Stretching Scientifically: A Guide to Flexibility Training (4th Revision ed)
Use our method to attain maximum height in your kicks and to be able to kick at that height with no warm-up!Learn:
* How to stretch safely and quickly to achieve and maintain your maximum flexibility
* How to make your muscles grow stronger and longer so you stay flexible all the time
* How to do splits even if you are over 40 or 50
* How to kick high and do splits with no warm-up
* How to develop each of the three kinds of flexibility-dynamic, static active and static passive-to suit every athlete's needs
* What exercises are "no-no's" if you want to stretch your muscles
* All the factors limiting flexibility
* Brilliantly simple tests of hip joint mobility and muscle length that dispel common misconceptions of what limits flexibility the most
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