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Chronic static stretching improves exercise performan  
2007 Oct - Medicine and science in sports and exercise
Kokkonen J, Nelson AG, Eldredge C, Winchester JB
Exercise and Sport Science Department, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, Laie, HI, USA.
... endurance (28.5%). The control group showed no improvement. CONCLUSION: This study suggests that chronic static stretching exercises by themselves can improve specific exercise performances. It is possible that persons who are unable to participate in traditional strength training activities...
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Chronic static stretching improves exercise performan  
2007 Oct - Medicine and science in sports and exercise
Kokkonen J, Nelson AG, Eldredge C, Winchester JB
Exercise and Sport Science Department, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, Laie, HI, USA.
PURPOSE: This study investigated the influence of static stretching exercises on specific exercise performances. METHODS: Thirty-eight volunteers participated in this study. The stretching group (STR) consisted of 8 males and 11 females whose activity was limited to a 10-wk, 40-min, 3-d.wk(-1)...
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Stretching to prevent or reduce muscle soreness after  
2007 Oct 17 - Cochrane database of systematic reviews (Online)
Herbert RD, de Noronha M
University of Sydney, School of Physiotherapy, PO Box 170, Lidcombe, NSW, Australia, 1825. R.Herbert@fhs.usyd.edu.au
... footballers. All participants were young healthy adults. Three studies examined the effects of stretching before exercise and seven studies investigated the effects of stretching after exercise. Two studies, both of stretching after exercise, involved repeated stretching sessions at intervals...
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Stretching: Focus on flexibility - MayoClinic.com  
How often to stretch is up to you. As a general rule, stretch whenever you exercise. If you don't exercise regularly, you might want to stretch at least three times a week to maintain flexibility. If you have a problem area, such as tightness in the back of your leg, you might want to...
http://mayoclinic.com/health/stretching/HQ01447
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Stretching: Focus on flexibility - MayoClinic.com  
... they're cold increases your risk of injury, including pulled muscles. Warm up by walking while gently pumping your arms, or do a favorite exercise at low intensity for five minutes. Better yet, stretch after you exercise — when your muscles are warm and more receptive to stretching.
http://mayoclinic.com/health/stretching/HQ01447
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Why Exercise Is Wise  
... find. Many high schools have gymnastics programs. Martial arts like karate also help a person stay flexible. Ballet, pilates, and yoga are other good choices. Warming up for a workout and doing simple stretching exercises before and after your workout also help you develop flexibility.
http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/exercise/sports/exercise_wise.html
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Rescheduling the Stretch - New York Times  
Rescheduling the Stretch Published: May 4, 2004 To the Editor: Re ''New Thoughts About When Not to Stretch'' (April 27): There is ample evidence that stretching before exercise is not beneficial. But what about stretching after exercise? Where are those studies?
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ConsumerReports.org - Infomercial exercise devices  
>  >  >  Health & fitness In this report Overview January 2004 TV exercise devices: 6-pack abs in 14 days? Illustration by Michael Gibbs If you believe that an exercise machine can reshape your body in two weeks, have we got an AMAZING! offer for you. Lots of offers, actually, from doctors,...
https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/health-fitness/exercise-wellness...
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Exercises | Radiation Protection | US EPA  
Radiation Protection Search: • You are here: • Exercises Radiation Emergencies Emergency Response: Exercises Emergency Preparedness and Response • Exercises test and validate plans and procedures, test the readiness of response capabilities, and increase the confidence and skill of personnel....
http://www.epa.gov/radiation/rert/exercises.html
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Safety belt use laws  
| | & | | | Safety belt use laws October 2008 | | State Initial effective date Standard enforcement? Who is covered? In what seats? Maximum fine 1st offense Can nonuse decrease monetary awards for injuries in lawsuits?
http://www.iihs.org/laws/SafetyBeltUse.aspx
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BLM Visual Resource Management - Exercises  
Color Exercise Dark Brown Dark brown appears to be too dark to blend well with the natural colors found in this landscape. However, as a general rule, dark colors work better than light colors. How about Medium brown? How about selecting a color that blends with the natural colors of this...
http://www.blm.gov/nstc/VRM/exer3.html
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BLM Visual Resource Management - Exercises  
Color Exercise Sky Blue As you can see sky blue does not match the natural colors of this landscape. Remember, the general rule is to select the color that blends with the earth tones of the landscape rather than to attempt to match the colors of the sky. How about Desert Tan? Desert tan...
http://www.blm.gov/nstc/VRM/exer1.html
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Research: Communities using automated enforcemen  
| | & | | | Communities using RED LIGHT CAMERAS as of October 2008 Number of individual communities with programs: 379   Alabama Montgomery   Arizona Avondale Chandler Glendale Mesa Paradise Valley
http://www.iihs.org/research/topics/auto_enforce_list.html
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Lake Erie LaMP Binational Site - Beneficial Use Impai  
Great Lakes     | | Search: > > > > > Beneficial Use Impairment Assessment           Beneficial Use Impairment Assessment Table of Contents •   You will need , available as a free download, to view some of the files on this page. See page to learn more about PDF, and for a link to the...
http://epa.gov/greatlakes/lakeerie/buia/index.html
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BLM Visual Resource Management - Exercises  
Specifying the color of objects such as these storage tanks may be the most important decision you make as a VRM designer. Many things must be taken into consideration. It is generally better to "tie" the object to the ground rather than trying to match a sky color. The is available to...
http://www.blm.gov/nstc/VRM/exer.html
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Helmet use history  
| | & | | | History of US motorcycle laws and changes in coverage |     Coverage changes with effective dates Riders covered by current law State Effective date of original (universal law covering all riders, except as noted) Repeal Changes other than repeal Universal (covers all riders)...
http://www.iihs.org/laws/helmet_history.html
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Consumer Reports Health - "Learn how to preve  
... reduce injury. But it makes exercise more tolerable and less painful by increasing your range of motion. Besides, stretching feels good. Use a slow, sustained stretch for each muscle group you're working. Hold for a count of 30. Try to stretch before the exercise and definitely after.
http://www.consumerreports.org/health/free-highlights/manage-your-he...
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26.2 Unbearable Miles - New York Times  
... have time to train. I did, however, run in the 2003 New York City Marathon. I trained hard for that one. I joined a running group, did stretching exercises, watched my diet and finished in 33,517th place. A half-hour slower than the time of my previous marathon, for which I didn't train...
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AUTHOR; He Asks You to Just Make More Room for  
Ten years ago, tired of endless globe-trotting and wanting to be home with his children at night, he started his own company. A silver-haired 59, Mr. Levine starts each day by having a bowl of Cheerios, reading the newspapers and doing some stretching exercises.
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Consumer Reports Health - "Learn how to preve  
... injuries increase the risk of a new injury to the same muscle or joint. After a sprain, wait for pain and swelling to subside. Then use daily exercises and stretches, following your doctor's advice, to rehabilitate the joint. Sports-medicine experts we consulted advise wearing a brace when...
http://www.consumerreports.org/health/free-highlights/manage-your-he...
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