flexibility training

galdrapann,

One of the best things your son can do to improve his flexibility is to join the wrestling team. Wrestling not only demands that all parts of your body be strong and flexible, it also reinforces a lot of football technique (tackling, stance, footwork, etc...). Wrestling is consistently one of the most overlooked sports for imporving football players. Also, the "athletic" strength, supreme condition, and thoughness he will gain from the sport cannot be found in the weightroom. Clipper Coach.

Developing flexability is one key to preventing injuries. Karate does stress total body flexability, much of which is developed in dynamic exercises not unlike the Inchworm or Spiderman. In addition, the tumbling required forces an individual to move the body in ways that will increase strength, speed and endurance.

I have yet to hear of a person suffering from joint degeneration when they were really involved in well taught martial arts.

Worried about injuries in the shoulder, knees, and hips- have your son think about swimming. Talk about total body/core training. Swimming develops range of motion and strength that are invaluable in all sports.