Modifications to the Standard Sit-and-Reach Flexibility Protocol

Describes several modifications of the standard sit-and-reach flexibility protocol using a new device called the multitest flexometer (MTF). Using the MTF, researchers could take six flexibility measures beyond the stand-and-reach test. The modified protocol allowed the indirect assessment of the in...

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Published inJournal of athletic training Vol. 34; no. 1; pp. 43 - 47
Main Authors Holt, Laurence E, Burke, Darren G, Pelham, Thomas W
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States National Athletic Trainers Association 1999
Subjects
Athletic Trainers
Clinical Techniques
Evaluation Methods
Fitness Specialists
Flexibility
Flexibility (Psychomotor)
Movement Education
Physical Education
Physical Fitness
Psychomotor Skills
Science Laboratories
Sit Ups
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Summary:Describes several modifications of the standard sit-and-reach flexibility protocol using a new device called the multitest flexometer (MTF). Using the MTF, researchers could take six flexibility measures beyond the stand-and-reach test. The modified protocol allowed the indirect assessment of the influence of the four major muscle groups that affect sit-and-reach scores. (SM)
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ISSN:1062-6050
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