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Welcome To “The Scientific Rationale for Stretching” Mini Course

Stretching is one of the building blocks of corrective exercise - and a really important facet of injury prevention and fitness. Learn here why you shouldn’t skimp on stretching!

This 4-part Mini Course includes:

• 5-Min Video Overview on Stretching - From NASM’s Corrective Exercise Specialization (NASM-CES)
• 20-Page Downloadable PDF: “The Scientific Rationale for Stretching”
• 20-Min Podcast on the “NASM Integrated Flexibility Continuum”
• 4-Part Video Series on “Stretching Progressions”

The Rationale For Lengthening Techniques

To start things off, listen to NASM’s own, Rick Richey, explain the benefits and general scope of stretching science. In this preview video from the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialization (NASM-CES), he discusses the science to support lengthening technique as part of a warm up to improve range of motion, performance, and resistance to injury.

The Scientific Rationale for Stretching

Inside of this 20-page downloadable guide, you will learn the fundamental science behind stretching - as it relates to Corrective Exercise and flexibility as a whole. This PDF focuses on the following content:

• Injury Prevention
• Improving Range of Motion
• Client Specific Evaluations
• Stretching Duration and Frequency
• Preventing Overtraining
• Appropriate Stretching Intensity
• The Benefits of Stretching

The Integrated Flexibility Continuum

NASM-CPT, Rick Richey, explains the “Integrated Flexibility Continuum” in this podcast. He breaks down the three parts of the IFC by touching on:

1. Corrective Flexibility - Meant to address muscle imbalances, as well as postural and joint dysfunctions through static stretching and Self-Myofascial Release.
2. Active Flexibility - Designed to improve tissue function and extensibility.
3. Functional Flexibility -This is meant to improve range of motion.

Love podcasts? NASM has a whole podcast network! Check out our shows: The NASM-CPT Podcast with Rick Richey, NASM Master Instructor Roundtable, Random Fit, Strong Mind, Strong Body & NASM-CPT Chapter Review.

Practical Application Videos for Stretching Progressions

This 4-part video series on “Stretching Progressions” will give you practical demonstrations on 4 distinct areas of stretching progressions - from calf to lat stretches.

Ken Miller is an NASM Master Instructor who embodies the expertise behind NASM's Corrective Exercise Specialization. He has provided instruction for more than 20 years as a Personal Trainer, Massage Therapist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, and Educator.

Watch the full video series here!