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 in | Journal of athletic training Vol. 34; no. 1; pp. 43 - 47 |
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Main Authors | , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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United States
National Athletic Trainers Association
1999
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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 1938-162X |