Thera-Band® program helps improve lower extremity strength and biomechanics...
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears occur in about one in every 3000 Americans; 80% of these injuries are non-contact, often requiring surgical reconstruction. Female athletes have a higher...
View ArticleTraining program improves throwing accuracy in baseball players
Core training is thought to be important to improve functional sport activities, particularly those involving force transfer through the abdominals and back, into the extremities. For example, much of...
View ArticleBalance training effective at reducing falls and improving function
Fall prevention exercise programs are becoming increasingly popular. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of strength and balance exercises in reducing the risk of falls in older adults....
View ArticleExercise ball more effective at activating abdominal muscles
The exercise ball is a popular device for core training, and is often used to increase muscle activation, particularly of the abdominals. Most studies have concluded that the exercise ball increases...
View ArticleStable vs. Unstable: Using Exercise Balls with the Overhead Press Exercise
“Functional Training” has become increasingly popular in both rehabilitation and fitness. “Core training” has often been considered a component of functional training because of the transfer of force...
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