The Injury Triangle in Hiking and Backpacking

I was first introduced to the science of hiking and backpacking in college, thanks to one of my professors who was passionate about the subject. He often used hiking as a context for teaching various concepts, including techniques, biomechanics, physiology, and kinesiology related to the...

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Flexibility Training Program: Is it most beneficial standalone or with other fitness activities? [Case Study]

flexibility training Jun 29, 2024
 
 
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Many of you have asked, "Can I incorporate my EasyFlexibility programs with other fitness routines in the same workout session?" Specifically, you're curious if engaging in activities like Martial Arts, Dance, Gymnastics, etc., immediately followed by your EasyFlexibility...
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Should You Stretch Before Bedtime? Exploring the Pros and Cons

 
 
 
 

Should You Stretch Before Going to Sleep? Understanding Its Impact on Sleep Quality

 
Delving into the question of whether stretching before bed is beneficial, it's crucial to clarify that the focus here isn't on flexibility gains but on the potential effects...
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Frog Splits and Middle Splits: Are Frog Splits Beneficial for Achieving Middle Splits?

Exploring the Connection: Can Frog Splits Improve Your Middle Splits?

 

 
 
 One young woman doing a frog split and another young woman doing a side split

Frog Splits: A Path to Mastering the Middle Split?

While frog splits can aid in achieving a middle split, mastering frog splits alone doesn't ensure proficiency in middle, side, or center splits....
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Total Body Stretch Routine for Improved Flexibility

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Is It Possible to Stretch Every Muscle in Your Body in a Single Workout?
 
Unlocking Full-Body Flexibility: Can You Stretch Every Muscle in One Session? With over 600 skeletal muscles in the human body, the idea of stretching each one during a single workout session might seem ambitious,...
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Attention dancers! Are you experiencing discomfort, injuries, or a dip in your performance due to uneven turnout?

arabesque Jun 08, 2024
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In ballet and various dance styles, uneven turnout refers to one hip having greater outward rotation than the other. This discrepancy can occur in any stance, from first to fifth position, and might not affect all positions equally. For instance, you might achieve perfectly even turnout in...
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Requirements for lower back strength in the Arabesque position across different age groups for dancers.

Requirements for lower back strength in the Arabesque position across different age groups for dancers.

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The Arabesque position is fundamental in dance, cheerleading, figure skating, and various sports and fitness activities.

Today, I want to share insights from an observational...
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Is the Front Split Always Dominated by the Hamstrings?

front split hamstrings Jun 05, 2024

Is the Front Split Always Dominated by the Hamstrings?

 

 
 two girls doing a true front split on the floor
Is the Front Split Always Dominated by the Hamstrings? The straightforward answer is yes. It's rare to encounter someone with a perfectly balanced True Front Split, where flexibility is equally distributed, with...
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Unlocking Flexibility: Navigating Anterior vs. Posterior Pelvic Tilt

Unlocking the Secrets of Pelvic Tilt: Anterior vs. Posterior and Beyond - Discover the Unique Benefits of the Anterior Pelvic Tilt Program!

 
 
 
During my college years, the emphasis was on maintaining a neutral pelvic position, avoiding extreme forward or backward tilts,...
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Exploring the Differences: Back Stretching, Back Bending, and Training for Back Pain Relief

Unveiling the Variations: Distinguishing Between Back Stretching, Back Bending, and Techniques for Alleviating Back Pain and more! 

 
We've noticed a lot of you have been reaching out, asking about back programs. The thing is, it's not always clear what kind of back program you're...
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