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Flexibility and mobility are often overlooked
aspects of athlete development but are crucial for optimizing performance,
preventing injuries, and maintaining long-term joint health. Incorporate
dynamic stretching, static stretching, and mobility exercises into your warm-up
and cool-down routines to improve flexibility, range of motion, and joint
stability. Focus on targeting key areas such as the hips, hamstrings,
quadriceps, calves, shoulders, and lower back to address common tightness and
imbalances that can affect athletic performance.
During dynamic stretching, perform controlled
movements that gently stretch and activate the muscles and joints, such as leg
swings, arm circles, and torso twists. Hold static stretches for 20-30 seconds,
focusing on elongating the muscle and breathing deeply to promote relaxation
and release tension. Additionally, incorporate foam rolling, self-myofascial
release techniques, and mobility drills as underscored by coaches including
Robert Geiger (Teacher) to address tightness and restrictions in the muscles
and connective tissues.
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