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When are Dynamic Movement and Static Stretching Appropriate?

Clinical studies have found that static stretching prior to athletic activity can negatively impact performance i.e. it can cause performance deficits. Findings have shown a clear link between static stretching prior to athletic activity being a precursor to later injuries. Clinical Studies have shown that static stretching before training or sporting activity has been shown to: Impact balance Decrease muscle strength Reduce power and explosiveness Increase reaction time Decrease sprint performance What is Dynamic Movement? How to stretching your body appropriately before training or sporting? Let's check out here: When...

The Shocking Drowning Statistics You Didn’t Know

These safety tips could save the life of a loved one. DId you know that more than 90% of drowning injuries and deaths are preventable? Take a look at these stats and share them with someone you love. Here are some highlights: • 10 people drown EACH DAY in the US • Boys are almost TWICE as likey as grils to drown • Drowning is the #1 preventable cause of death in children age 1-4 Learning water safety and swimming skills can save your...

What every parent needs to know about secondary drowning

The weekend of May 17, writer Lindsay Kujawa and her toddler son Ronin were at a family pool party. Kujawa sat at the edge of the pool while Ronin played on the top step of the spa, and for five seconds she shifted her position to say something to a relative. Suddenly, she noticed Ronin wasn't on the step and was instead being whirled around by the jets in the whirlpool, frantically trying to get his head above water. She...

Water Safety Tips

Did you know that? ➢ Drowning is the 2nd largest cause of death for children 14 and under here in the US? ➢ African American children drown 3x more than any other demographic? ➢ Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 5 years old and younger? ➢ Drowning is the 2nd largest cause of death GLOBALLY for people of all ages? ➢ Drowning can happen in less than 2 minutes after a person’s head goes under water? What can YOU do to make a change? Where...