Fitness

Fitness

Related to the practice of regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and health.

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sprain

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An injury to the ligament.

static stretch

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A simple muscle stretch that goes just to the point of gentle tension and is held steadily for several seconds without moving or bouncing.

straight last

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Shoe construction with a straight shaped sole. A straight last is appropriate for the overpronater with a flexible, flat arch. It helps to control inward motion. Learn how to ...

strain

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An injury to the tendon or muscle.

stretch reflex

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A protective, involuntary nerve reaction that causes muscles to contract. Bouncing or overstretching can trigger the reflex in which muscles are trying to protect themselves from ...

ballistic stretching

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A kind of stretching that advocates bouncing to increase the amount of stretch. This is no longer recommended as it has been found to cause muscle tears and soreness.