I read this book when i first started studying shaolin kung fu in order to. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Feb 01, 2020 hyperbolic stretching is basically pnfisometric stretching exercises with a little tweak. Stretching scientifically testimonials stadion publishing. The simplest test for the side split the test of outside rotation of the thigh is shown in the book stretching scientifically and on the dvd flexibility express. A guide to flexibility training paperback march 1 2003 by thomas kurz author 4. Thomas kurz is the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of stretching, and science of sports training and coauthor of basic instincts of selfdefense. You cant rush these things though this from someone whos had stretchingrelated injuries, just take your stretching slowly and it will come. I used five books as secondary sources to write up these flexibility tutorials. Ive used similar methods successfully for years in some form or another. Jan 02, 2006 looks like a good page, looks like it has all the info contained in thomas kurzs book \stretching scientifically\ and more. My most valuable resource was thomas kurzs stretching scientifically.
The paperback of the stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, eva c. Stretching scientifically by thomas kurz from pet free and smoke free home. The information contained has not much different with thomas kurzs stretching scientifically or pavel tsatsoulines forced relaxation. How up to date is stretching scientifically by thomas kurz. How to stretch safely and quickly to achieve and maintain your maximum flexibility how to make your muscles grow stronger and longer so you stay flexible all the time how to do splits even if you are over 40 or 50 how to kick high and do splits. I just started reading stretching scientifically and am really enjoying his evidence based approach. The author has actually studied the problem, and discovered a very efficient program based on strengthening and isometric stretching. He is the president of stadion publishing company, inc. Thomas kurz stretching method stretching scientifically. This is something offroad when compared to all this modern crappy fitness programs by smartass chinese stretching gurus which promise you outstanding flexibility. This book titled explosive power and jumping ability for all sports.
A guide to flexibility training 3rd ed by thomas kurz isbn. After reading your book stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, i was able to achieve a full side split suspended between chairs in only three weeks. A guide to flexibility training by thomas kurz isbn. Many peoples anatomic model for stretching is gumby, which translates into their misinterpretation of the methods and techniques surrounding stretching. I understand you want to obtain a range of motion allowing splits. Flexibility and range of motion are critical components in the fitness equation, and every method and technique must be appropriate to what you are stretching and who is doing the stretching. How to stretch safely and quickly to achieve and maintain your maximum flexibility how to make your muscles grow stronger and longer so you stay flexible all the time how to do splits even if you are over 40 or 50. Kurz gives four sample regimens for stretching but does not delineate a complete routine using all four methods. Apr 19, 2007 i recently bought the book stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, and as airnick mentioned in book thread some of the stuff he says in there might conflict with our mohm puhl ki warm up routine. Stretching scientifically by thomas kurz nonfiction. You can see him demonstrating the unbreakable umbrella made by. Stretching scientifically tells you how to workout and what kept you from becoming more flexible faster.
This tape stretching scientifically shows twice as many exercises as the book of the same title. Supervised editing of the video clinic on stretching and kicking with tom kurz. This public document was automatically mirrored from pdfy. You can download it in text format, pdf format, postscript format gzipped, and html. Stretching scientifically describes in good detail the recommended methods of stretching yes, there are more than one method, and some can be harmful. How to stretch safely and quickly to achieve and maintain your maximum flexibility. The thomas kurz book and other books of interest are displayed below. Log in or sign up to leave a comment log in sign up. Field as telegraph monopoly, russell sage as stock jobbing, and george m. Courtesy prints and photographs division, library of congress, washington. This is a classic combination of knowledge with experience. Improved layout and more photos enhance the most uptodate science explained in practical terms for athletes, instructors, and coaches.
I have the stretching scientifically book but didnt really get a nice, clear stretching routine to work from. Kurzs expertise is in kinesiology which is the study of the mechanics of motion in the human body. A guide to flexibility training by thomas kurz online at alibris. Is thomas kurzs stretching scientifically still considered. Im sure his training is valid and scientifically tested. A guide to flexibility training, by thomas kurz, should be on every martial artists bookshelf. Full text of stretching scientifically a guide to flexibility training. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. A guide to flexibility training 3rd ed by kurz, thomas isbn. Buy thomas kurzs book stretching scientifically, read it twice, do what he says. The fourth edition of stretching scientifically, a guide to flexibility training 2003, by thomas kurz, is now available from stadion publishing inc. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. It has also helped my kicking ability and amazed the other members in my martial arts class. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books.
Fighting techniques, and techniques of any sport where you face an opponent, require an external focus of attention, i. Can i do splits after using the hyperbolic stretching for a. In closing, i would like to thank you for sharing the secrets of stretching scientifically. White with gold colored ends spine and title in red letters, soft book condition. Stretching and strengthening of the lower body hips and legs for sports and martial arts so athletes can do high kicks and splits with no warmup. It tells you all the whys of dos and donts so now you will. If so, then first see if you can pass the tests of flexibility potential for those splits. What do you think of thomas kurz book stretching scientifically and his approach to gaining flexibility. Dec 06, 2004 kurzs book still lies unread on my bookshelf i just have too many books to read, so i havent tried his methods yet. I think i bought the book at least a year ago, but it got hidden in the stack of other books i was reading at the time. There are some routines near the end of the book that purport to be sportspecific.
A guide to flexibility training by online on amazon. Thomas kurzs role was far more important than simply serving as a translator from polish to english. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, eva c swider. This video in dvd format is available from stadion publishing since june 2006. I encourage everybody looking for an advanced stretching resource to seek it out. However, the most recent edition came out in 2003, and i have to imagine that there s been a significant amount of research in the area of stretching and sports training since then. Is this true by structure of the warm up routine, or in the way that it is performed. Improved layout and more photos enhance the most uptodate science explained in. The book isnt wellorganized, and that might not be kurzs fault. It then gives recipes for a workout and examples for several different sports, including not only martial arts but weightlifting, gymnastics, swimming and more. Thomas kurz, the worlds foremost expert on flexibility training, is the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of stretching, and science of sports training and coauthor of basic instincts of selfdefense. I have little doubt that the techniques work and there is an underlying logic to the book.
Stretching scientifically fourth edition 2003 is thomas kurz guide to increasing your flexibility. A guide to flexibility training has 3 available editions to buy at half price books. Publication date 1986 topics ephemeral vhs, vhs shit language. How to stretch methods of stretching 14 early morning stretching 19 stretching in your workout 19 the use of partners in stretching 25 children and flexibility training 25 the elderly and flexibility training 27 3. Fast and free shipping free returns cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Stretching scientifically, a guide to flexibility training teaches. Free information on flexibility, stretching, and training for sports and martial arts from thomas kurzs column on training. Stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, 9780940149458, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. A guide to flexibility training revised, updated by tom kurz isbn. Our robber barons, by bernhard gillam, from the june 14, 1882, issue of puck, with jay gould as r.
Wrote the fourth edition of stretching scientifically. Rather than one specific flexibility training program to be applied to all readers, kurz offers a variety of techniques and stretches, along with guidance for selecting from this menu and proper ordering of stretching exercises to tailor one s flexibility development to meet the needs of one. The methods can be usedfor any sport as fle4xibility is one of the essential characteristics of any athlete. And a good, straight forward nononsense read it was. Kurz stretching scientifically pdf buy stretching scientifically. Buy stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, eva c swider illustrator online at alibris. However, the most recent edition came out in 2003, and i have to imagine that theres been a significant amount of research in the area of stretching and sports training since then.
Difficulties with doing a side split by thomas kurz, author of stretching scientifically and secrets of stretching. Fineas new, 2 numbered pages that appear to be lightly viewed or not. Atlas of exercises is available from stadion publishing since april of 1999. Total beginner programming, flexibility getting started.
While learning fighting techniques initially you may have an internal focus, i. The science of stretching rcj machado jiujitsu presents. How to do splits flexability for kicking sherdog forums. Tom kurzs weblog tom kurz on sports training and exercise. A guide to flexibility training thomas kurz use our method to attain maximum height in your kicks and to be able to kick at that height with no warmup. Kit laughlins stretching and flexibility first of all, the first one is side splitfront split specific, and it is in my opinion, the absolute best source for learning how to get the splits as quickly as possible. Robeson as congress robbing a tax payer of his income. The fourth edition of stretching scientifically, a guide to flexibility training coverted to kindle format, teaches. I achieved this through following the method of thomas kurz book below stretching scientifically.
Its an excellent book and i think i ended up underlining at least a dozen sentences per page. Thomas kurz is the author of stretching scientifically 3. The stuff in there has been repackaged in a simpler, easier to use form in phraktures starting stretching system i believe. Its improved layout and more photos enhance the most uptodate science explained in practical terms for athletes, instructors, and coaches. Thomas kurz is the president of stadion publishing company, inc. For a product from thomas kurz for all around flexibility, see his book stretching.
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