Not only is stretching important for flexibility, it is critical for massive, rapid muscle growth. When you think about gaining muscle, stretching is probably not the first thing that pops into your head. But did you know that stretching plays a critical role in building muscle? What is the fascia? Every muscle in […]
Monthly Archives: July 2015
PNF Stretching Explained – Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Learn how to use PNF Stretching to take your Flexibility to the next level. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) is a more advanced form of flexibility training that involves both the stretching and contraction of the muscle group being targeted. PNF stretching was originally developed as a form of rehabilitation, and to that effect it is […]
Sports Massage Therapy for Recovery, Injury Rehabilitation and Better Athletic Performance
The Benefits, Types and Uses of Sports Massage Therapy Massage is one of my all-time favorite injury rehabilitation techniques. I’d even go as far as saying; it’s the most effective form of injury rehabilitation therapy for speeding up the healing process and preventing re-injury. Without it, the injured athlete rarely recovers fully. The following article […]
How it works – Rocktape
Unlike rigid tape which many people find too stiff and restrictive, Rocktape is stretchy and is quickly becoming the preferred tape used by practitioners and athletes. Key benefits of using Rocktape: Assists to decrease pain Assists to reduce swelling Allows full range of movement Hypoallergenic – no zinc oxide or latex Water resistant – can be worn […]