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Flexibility Flashcards
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- 1What are the three types of flexibility training?Static
Ballistic
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) - 2What is static flexibility training?Static stretching helps reduce the risk of injury and muscle soreness
- 3What is ballistic flexibility training?Ballistic stretching uses the force of limb movement to stretch muscles beyond their normal range of movement
- 4What is PNF flexibility training?PNF is an advanced form of passive stretching, using a partner or object to provide resistance
- 5What is passive and active stretching?Active stretching is performed independently and passive stretching is performed with assistance of someone or something
- 6Which sports performers require a high level of flexibility?Gymnastics
Dance
Hurdling
Athletics
Badminton
Tennis
Squash - 7What are the advantages of static flexibility training?Easy to carry out
Safest form of stretching so low risk of injury
Done by performers of any level of fitness - 8What are the disadvantages of static flexibility training?Can only stretch muscles within body's natural range of motion
Not always beneficial to carry out as part of a warm up as not physically exerting
Not effective way of stretching certain muscle groups - 9What are the advantages of ballistic flexibility training?What are the advantages of ballistic flexibility training?
- 10What are the disadvantages of ballistic flexibility training?Can cause injury, soreness and strains
Not effective way to stretch certain muscle groups
Often performed incorrectly - 11What are the advantages of PNF flexibility training?Can increase flexibility and range of movement more
Can be used as part of a rehab programme - 12What are the disadvantages of PNF flexibility training?Must be carried out by a specialist
Risk of overstretching
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- BTEC Physical Education (PE) Flashcards on Flexibility Flashcards, created by Rachael Hayes on 14/12/2020.
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- Rachael Hayes · Dec 2020
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