It seems like the newest, best exercise regimen comes out every other day. It can be daunting to sift through all of the ads and information spamming, so we at Seva Call are here to give you some useful information about active isolated stretching, an increasingly popular training regimen.
About Active Isolated Stretching
Aaron Mattes, a certified member of the American Kinesiotherapy Association, developed the active isolated stretching program to assist people in preventing injuries, and to reprogram the brain.
Active isolated stretching training is not your average stretching program. The normal stretch is held for 10 to 30 seconds. Active isolated stretching has you hold the stretch with a cord or rope to pull your limps beyond their normal range of motion. This reprograms the brain into thinking that you are more flexible than you are. Using the rope allows you to increase your range of motion six to 10 degrees, and your brain begins to think that is normal. This added range of motion really reduces your chances of muscle pain and injury during athletic events.
Active isolated stretching training can be performed every day. Your brain has been programmed to think that your body is only so flexible, and you reinforce that idea with your everyday experiences. You should ideally practice AIS when your hamstrings are feeling particularly tight. Tight muscles can lead to cramps, muscles, aches, and even injury. Perhaps you did a bunch of physical labor recently and your muscles are tight and achy. Use active isolated stretching to reduce the risk of injury to your muscles.
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