Flexibility Flashcards
1
Q
Flexibility
A
Range of movement at a joint.
2
Q
Joint
A
Where two bones meet.
3
Q
Factors affecting flexibility
A
Gender. Age and Genetics Joint structure Training status Injury Fascia Fat tissue Ligaments Tendons Muscles Skin Tissue Joint specific
4
Q
Dynamic
A
Ability to complete a full range of motion as a joint. It also controls movement as the speed increases
5
Q
Static - active
A
Holding an extended position with just the strength of the muscles - hard to develop - Jumping splits
6
Q
Static - passive
A
Gravity helping e.g. splits on the floor - easier then the static -active.
7
Q
Why stretch?
A
Improve performance/ range of motion. Allow athlete to perform certain moves. Improve posture. Reduce incidence of injury. Help prepare for training. Help recovery after training. Relieve stress.
8
Q
Static Stetching
A
Stretching exercise are performed without movement.
9
Q
Dynamic Stretching
A
Stretching exercises performed with movement.
10
Q
Fascia
A
What covers muscle - can stop mobility
