Flexibility is key for gymnastics.

 

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  Project Info and Abstract
Text Box: Project info Name: Camille Roberge School: Jules Quesnel Grade grouping: 7-9 Team size: 1 Subject area:Health/sports science Project type: Experimental Language: English Summary:I tested two different stretches to see which one made you more flexible. Software tools used: iPhoto, Microsoft Publisher Hardware tools used: Digital camera (Olympus D-580), Scanner Source of the idea for the project: Myself Special skills: None Awards won for project: None Click for the Virtual Science Fair home page Abstract Flexible muscles and joints are important for sport and to prevent injury. The goal of my project was to determine what type of stretch made you more flexible in the amount of time given. I compared two types of stretches: the simple static stretch, which can be done on your own, and the PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) stretch, which is more complex and requires a partner. Over a period of two months, the subject stretched one hip flexor muscle with one type of stretch, and the other hip flexor with the other type of stretch. I measured the flexibility of each hip joint using a protractor. Flexibility improved with both types of stretches, but the PNF stretch increased flexibility more. In conclusion, stretching improves flexibility, no matter which type you choose.

Go farther with flexibility     Camille Roberge