Monthly Archives: January 2009

Core Training for Tennis

Here are some outtakes from presentation I will be sharing with the Chinese Tennis Association next week.

This section is on Core Training for Tennis and Activation Techniques for Tennis;

nThe smaller postural muscles must be developed to provide joint stability to allow for maximal force production, force transmission and velocity.

nThis will reduce the likely hood [...]

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Static Stretching for Tennis Performance

Here is another bit from my book on preparation, training and recovery for tennis players…
Static stretching is a time tested, classic technique that has performed very well in research and in the trenches when trying to lengthen a shortened muscle. Static stretching is the process of bringing a joint or joints through a specific range of [...]

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Self Myofascial Release-Sample From My Upcoming Book

Self Myofascial Release (SMR): The Key to Self Care
People frequently ask me how often they should perform SMR. My question back to them is “how many times a day are they supposed to brush their teeth”? Well here in the Northeast, dentists have been telling me three times a day for as long as I [...]

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Shin Splint Shenanigans!

Hey guys…quick video shin splints!
Thanks for reading!Eric Beard
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Athletic Performance Enhancements Specialist
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www.ericbeard.com

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Shin Splint Shenanigans!

Hey guys…quick video shin splints!
Thanks for reading!Eric Beard
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Athletic Performance Enhancements Specialist
theericbeard.blogspot.com
www.ericbeard.com

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