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Tendon elasticity: Latest findings and state of the art

- tendons material properties play an important role in athletic performance! - optimal tendon stiffness is task specific and depends on the mechanical and morphological properties of the MTU. - tendons have the potential to adapt (CSA, material properties), "Training a tendon" -» high strain, moderate duration. - tendons' response to training is later than that of muscle.
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Notations:strength and speed sports biological and medical sciences
Published in:7th European Pole Vault and High Jump Conference, Cologne, November 11-13, 2016
Language:English
Published: Köln 2016
Online Access:https://polevault-symposium.jimdo.com/app/download/13026295736/Presentation+Albracht.pdf?t=1481532917
Document types:power point presentation
Level:advanced