The Science of Flexibility, Stretching and Mobility

Name: The Science of Flexibility, Stretching and Mobility
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ISBN: 9781805017547

Gerard van der Poel

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Handspring Publishing Limited
21 May 2026

Biomechanics, human kinetics; Sports injuries & medicine; Exercise & workout books

Flexibility is a key part of all forms of exercise, extending reach and allowing freer movement and increased mobility. But what are the factors influencing our flexibility and what are the optimal flexibility exercises, methods, duration and dosage to increase our flexibility?

This comprehensive guide answers all of these questions and more, considering research from over 2,500 studies to convey a thorough understanding of how flexibility, mobility, and stretching affect exercise. It explores the mechanics of flexibility and mobility - what causes differences between individuals, and how a person's level of flexibility can change over time and through directed effort. It also compares a wide variety of techniques to improve performance, to treat limited mobility or recover from injury.

Essential reading for any movement professional, from

personal trainers to movement and physical

therapists, this book will revolutionise your understanding of movement and show you how to effectively improve your clients' performance and injury recovery.

By: Gerard van der Poel
Imprint: Handspring Publishing Limited
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 334g
ISBN: 9781805017547
ISBN 10: 1805017543
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 21 May 2026
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Dr Gerard van der Poel is a Human Movement Scientist and Exercise Physiologist. He is the owner and CEO of Infomotion and is a teacher, author and consultant in the field of exercise and physical training. He runs professional continuing education courses in the Netherlands, on the subjects of exercise physiology and training principles, exercise testing, sports analysis, and clinical exercise physiology.

Reviews for The Science of Flexibility, Stretching and Mobility

This book provides up to date, topical and clear information on flexibility and stretching based on peer-reviewed science that is written so that lay readers to researchers can use and appreciate it. * Professor David G. Behm PhD, Fellow: CSEP, ECSS, School of Human Kinetics and Recreation, Memorial University of Newfoundland *