PE HUHU 3

dual-energy absorptiometry

-gold standard measure of body composition -uses attenuation of 2 energy sources in order to estimate density

static stetching

done slowly and held for a period of several seconds

ballistic stretching

forceful movement that may increase risks for injury

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)

have proven to be the most effective at improving flexibility

loose-jointed

joints with a high degree of flexibility

static flexibility

maximum range a joint can achieve under stationary conditions

Flexibility

refers to the amount of motion that is possible at a given joint or series of joints

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)

stretching techniques that involve combinations of alternating contractions and stretches

tight or stiff

term used to describe a joint with limited ability to bend or straighten

dynamic flexibility

the maximum range a joint can achieve under active conditions

static stretching

widely recommended because most experts believe it is less likely to cause injury