Flexibility for the Inflexible

Immobility and inflexibility increases movement inefficiencies, which create postural imbalances and leave the body prone to pain and overuse injuries. In an interactive setting, learn the science behind myofascial release and corrective flexibility training techniques. Apply smart movement strategies to target the stability/mobility relationships that balance the body's structures.

Keli Roberts

Keli Roberts is a specialized tier-three personal trainer at Equinox in Pasadena, California. She is a master trainer for Schwinn® Cycling and Glidingn, a Kettlebell® Concepts-sponsored athlete and is on the BOSU® development team. Keli is also known for her award-winning videos, books and training seminars. She is a spokesperson for ACE, a 2007 inductee to the National Fitness Hall of Fame and was awarded the 2003 IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year Award.

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Learning Objectives

Review the law of facilitation and its implications for injury.
Define length-tension relationships and force-couple relationships as they pertain to optimal neurological control.
Differentiate between stability and mobility within the body and explain how these differences can influence compensatory movement patterns.
Examine the Human Movement Impairment and Cumulative Injury Cycle.
Identify five stretching modalities and the purpose for each.
Outline the four primary myofascial slings, the muscles involved and the function of each sling.

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Flexibility for the Inflexible
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Flexibility for the Inflexible

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ACTION0.1

ACSM1

AFPA1

AFAA1

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CHEK1

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NAFTA1

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