What is Active Isolated Stretching (AIS)? Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is a type of athletic stretching technique that provides effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups. AIS provides functional and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascial planes. This is important when preparing a strong and resilient body and when restoring muscle post-operation.
Over the past few decades many experts have advocated that stretching should last up to 60 seconds. For years, this prolonged static stretching technique was the gold standard. However, prolonged static stretching actually decreases the blood flow within the tissue creating localized ischemia and lactic acid buildup. This can potentially cause irritation or injury of local muscular, tendinous, lymphatic, as well as neural tissues, similar to the effects and consequences of trauma and overuse syndromes. AIS works a joint through its natural range of motion, activating the agonist muscle group as the antagonist stretches. Short, two second stretches reduce the liklihood of injury and lactic acid buildup and encourage a progressive increase in the range of motion, leaving you stretched and rejuvenated. After an average of ten repetitions per muscle, tension begins to subside and the restoration process is in effect. Consistently training the muscle in this manner significantly improves range of motion as well as oxygen flow to the muscle, surrounding organs, joints and lymphatic system. |
How Active Isolated Stretching Can Help You
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Who benefits from AIS?Everyone benefits from AIS! Properly stretching the muscles ensures that each group of muscles is activated. When your muscular system works in harmony together, the body is less likely to experience restricted movement, aches and pains. The Active Isolated Stretch Method enables the body to enjoy a fuller range of motion, thus taking pressure off the joints and allowing movement to be more effortless. AIS can help the body heal by allowing blood and oxygen to flow freely through the blood pathways that make their way through muscles. Better blood flow means better circulation, reduced inflammation and better toxin elimination.
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