Effects of statically performed toe touch stretches on torque production of the hamstring and quadriceps muscle groups /

Stretching used as part of a warm up routine for later performance has become not only popular but also recommended by physical educators. Warm up stretches are thought to enhance performance and reduce the incidence of soft tissue injuries occurring in the subsequent performance. However almost no...

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Bibliographic Details

Main Author:	Thigpen, Lydia Kay, 1950-
Other Authors:	Gabbard, Carl (degree committee member.), Lessard, Charles (degree committee member.), Shea, Charles (degree committee member.)
Format:	Thesis Book
Language:	English
Published:	1988.
Subjects:	Exercise. Muscles > Motility. Stretch (Physiology) Major physical education. Academic theses
Online Access:	Link to ProQuest copy Link to OAKTrust copy ProQuest, Abstract