Sector-specific

Stretching exercises

Fitness Training 10 a.m.

Introduction

This training Estiramientos provides highly qualified training in the field of physical activity and sport. Its main focus is train professionals to carry out and to supervise techniques stretching techniques effectively. Upon completion of this training, professionals will be competent in the implementation and management stretching procedures, which are essential for recovery after physical activity, the injury prevention and the improvement from the range of motion articulate the needs of clients or users.

This specialist stretching course is fundamental for professionals who wish to excel in the field of physical and sporting activities.

Objectives

  • Understanding biomaterials.

  • Focus on neurology and stretching.

  • Assess physical mobility.

  • Use stretching techniques.

  • Neurological adaptations.

  • Using a goniometer.

Table of Contents

TEACHING UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BIOLOGICAL MATERIALS.

  1. Structure and function of biomaterials.

TEACHING UNIT 2. NEUROLOGY APPLIED TO STRETCHING.

  1. Responses to and adaptations following stretching.
  2. Neurophysiological aspects of stretching.
  3. Neuromuscular techniques.

TEACHING UNIT 3. JOINT AND MUSCLE ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES.

  1. Assessment of passive and active range of motion.
  2. The “final cap”, a qualitative assessment.
  3. Standard measurement procedures and quantification of results using a goniometer and measuring tapes.

TEACHING UNIT 4. STRETCHING TECHNIQUES.

  1. Manual, general and localised techniques.
  2. Stretches for the muscles of the cervical-dorsal region, the shoulder girdle, the upper limbs, the trunk, the pelvis and the lower limbs.
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