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About Roger J. Cole, Ph.D.

The Physiology of Stretching
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What are the most effective ways to stretch? What are the benefits of stretching? How can you avoid getting sore muscles? This class teaches you what happens in your body when you stretch, from the molecular structure of the muscles, tendons and ligaments to complex control of movement by the brain. You will learn how to use stretch reflexes and other principals of physiology to safely and efficiently increase muscle length, strength and control.