Beginner Flexibility Curriculum Breakdown

*Participants will need a mat, a ball (tennis/lacrosse etc), a foam roller and a chair.

Theory:

• Definitions of the primary types of stretching
• Acute variables for programming
• Average range of motion by joint
• Psychological approach to flexibility training
• Fascia
• Contraindications for self-myofasical release (SMR) & stretching
• Special population considerations
• Warm up requirements
• Partner stretching

Practical Application:

• Self-myofascial release (SMR)
• Dynamic stretches
• Active/end range strengthening
• Static Stretches

Sample lesson plans for full body, front splits, middle splits and bridges