Think You Don’t Have Time for Exercise? Think ...
Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good physical and mental…
Read MorePosted by Dr. Scott Wilson | 07-Mar-2014
When it comes to static stretching, the key is to make sure to use proper form to isolate & effectively target specific muscles or muscle groups. However, if you really want to maximize the impact and really increase your overall mobility, consider adding “reciprocal inhibition” (a contraction of the muscle opposite to the one you’re looking to stretch) to more effectively relax the target muscle which allows for a more complete stretch.
Here’s a video from Dr. Jason Lemieux of Physiomed Oakville that demonstrates how to incorporate reciprocal inhibition when static stretching key muscle groups:
Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good physical and mental…
Read MoreWeight loss can be an important part of getting healthier,…
Read MoreOver 60% of women in Canada say their brain health…
Read MoreOver 2.3 million Canadians are living with osteoporosis; a condition…
Read MoreThe inflammation caused by arthritis can damage your joints and…
Read MoreSeveral occupations involve long hours standing or otherwise on your…
Read More