Aaron mattes active isolated stretching by aaron l. Mattes will focus on the effective stretching techniques he developed to enhance muscular performance, prevent injury and increase strength, endurance and overall range of motion. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation pnf stretching. I have seen impressive results in a number of injury rehabilitation situations, in a short period of time. The mattes method is a scientific stretching method developed by aaron l. Mattes utube video demonstration on ais found under. Mattes would have been developing ais gradually and finally in books of 2000 20,23. He explains how to perform two of the straightleg hamstring stretches. Active isolated stretching ais method of muscle lengthening and fascial release that provides effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups, but more importantly ais stretching provides functional and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascial planes. He is the sole author of a number of books on stretching including his 2000word text active isolated stretching.
Sean studied the teachings from aaron mattes directly and spent many additional years with the mattes practice. Specific stretching for everyone is a full color stretching book that was designed for the individua. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Active isolated stretching active isolated stretching. It illustrates each stretch two ways, both assisted and not, therefore i beleive it useful for both the therapist in practice with clients and the individual for himself. The active isolated stretching ais method of muscle lengthening and fascial release is a type of athletic stretching technique that provides effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups, but more importantly, ais provides functional and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascial planes. Jan 14, 2007 i recently received a letter from a reader that asked for my opinion on a stretching technique called active isolated stretching ais ais was named and developed by a man named aaron mattes, who has had a long history of using this stretching technique on his clients and teaching it to thousands of health practitioners over many years. Aaron l mattes is the author of books such as active isolated stretching. Our mattes can be utilized for any project from large, wholesale business users to smaller, custom framing. Aaron mattes long anticipated new book is finally out. There are two sections in the book an active section and a assisted section. A stretching book teaching the proper mechanics of stretching.
Stretching your muscles not only reduces the chance of injury, but also strengthens the tendons and improves circulation. This is a wonderful guide illustrating stretches for all parts of the body right down to the toes. What began as an attempt to find specific techniques to alleviate pain and improve everyday performance 40 years ago has developed into the scientific based art of. By no stretch of the imagination meaning in the cambridge. Simply put, stretching a muscle will cause the antagonistic muscle to shut down. Active isolated stretching the mattes method request pdf. Specific isolated methods of stretching muscles and fascia.
Mattes illustrator spiral, 196 pages, published 2012. Active isolated stretching technique boston ma spine. Specific stretching for everyone by aaron l mattes paperback about this product. Aaron mattes active isolated stretching 196 pages the. Aaron mattes ais technique is an effective treatment for deep and superficial fascial. I always ask them how they stretch when they say they stretch or they say they need to stretch more and then i do an ais on their wrist or ankle and suggest they research aaron mattes active isolated stretching. Mattes and more has been a mass manufacturer of quality picture framing mattes since 1994. Here in part 2, ill talk in greater depth about the specific ways in which ais can complement other forms of bodywork and increase a therapists efficiency and effectiveness. The active isolated stretching technique involves the method of holding each. Stretching usa stretching usa active isolated stretching. It was developed by aaron mattes who is known as the guru of stretching and is the most effective type of stretching program.
Active isolated stretching allows the body to repair itself and also to prepare for daily activity. Experimenting with a rope, he managed to perform a rhythmic sequence of hamstring stretches, which lasted for no more than two seconds, thusly. Stretching improves flexibility and energizes the body, but it is also important for good posture. Active isolated stretching ais is a specific program of flexibility exercises, based. Learn about active isolated stretching from the creator, aaron mattes. I ordered the book immediately so i could see how he executes more stretches for the legs, etc. For a hamstring stretch, he had been taught to rest his foot on a bench and reach for his toes. The new dynamic stretching is active isolated stretching creator aaron mattes. Stretchingsapty ltd is a company that specializes in stretch therapy, active isolated stretching and active isolated strengthening are the two major components of our field. It is said that you cant relax the system well if you stretch the situation. Mattes pads are known worldwide for their quality and design innovations. Aaron mattes active isolated stretching 196 pages rm 210. We will mat and frame your fine art to your family photos. Aaron mattes method of stretching could prevent countless injuries and rehabilitate others who have given up hope.
Specific stretching for everyone by aaron l mattes. Precondition, recondition, rehabilitation shelton, greninger and mattes and nutrition therapy for massage and physical therapy patients e. The surname mattes was first found in glamorganshire welsh. Jun 26, 20 the creation of active isolated stretching method is attributed to aaron mattes, a physician who, forty years ago, was trying to come up with a more efficacious rehabilitative method for injuries. Our books and charts feature fullcolor pictures with descriptions of exercises and the muscles theyre stretching. This is a stretch along bluray which will actively show. It is a manual technique that combines a series of short, controlled stretches with intervals of relaxation, which overrides your muscles tendency to contract when stretched tight. Discovering the power of aaron mattes active isolated stretching.
Stretching also helps prevent injury to muscles and joints. Active isolated stretching hamstrings straightknee. Active isolated stretching ais is one of the methods of stretching most used by todays athletes, massage therapists, personalathletic trainers, and professionals. Specific stretching for everyone is a full color stretching book that was designed for the individual athlete, client or anyone who wants to learn how to become more flexible and improve their health. Mattes has united the highest quality sheepskin with technical features that are unparalleled. I was introduced to aaron mattes active isolated stretching watching a webinar for massage therapists. Active isolated stretching ais the aaron mattes method will be able to also purchase the tone of muscles in thighs, legs and hips getting a lot. He told me that stretching and flexibility are critical factors in fitness. Active isolated stretching in this threeday intensive workshop, aaron l.
Journal of exercise physiologyonline american society of exercise. A description of stretchmates series 500 and 700 flexibility systems along with information regarding flexibility training, the benefits of stretching, and the human physiology principles behind stretching and flexibility. He will also explain how we as therapists can empower our clients with the tools that allow them to participate in their own health. Aaron mattes is a widely respected therapist and kinesiologist, working in florida, who has developed his own variation on the theme of stretching, which he terms active isolated stretching ais. The couture collection offers a multitude of quilt, sheepskin, and binding colors, allowing you. Active isolated stretching ais, developed by aaron l. Click download or read online button to get aaron mattes active isolated stretching book now. The surname mattes is a patronymic surname created from the personal name matthew early origins of the mattes family.
Active isolated stretching ais was created by worldrenowned kinesiologist aaron l. Located in scranton, pennsylvania, the firm services clients in lackawanna, luzerne, monroe, pike, susquehanna, wayne, and wyoming counties. This video on active isolated stretching shows the latest creation by aaron l. Download pdf active isolated stretching, by aaron l mattes. Ais is a recognised world wide practice which has helped people where other therapies have failed. This book shows only the active section of stretching teaching you how to properly increase your flexibility and your bodys range of motion. Athletes and people who love to work out benefit greatly from both synergetic myofascial therapy and active isolated stretching. Active isolated stretching ais for runners forty years ago, an athlete named aaron mattes was frustrated with continuous injuries and what he saw as ineffective rehabilitative methods. Aaron mattes active isolated stretching book incorporates active isolated stretching and shows you. Active isolated stretching ais is a stretching technique developed by aaron mattes which integrates active movement and reciprocal inhibition to improve flexibility 3, 5. Aaron is the creator of active isolated stretching ais and has spent the last 40 years prefecting these techniques. It has been aaron s passion for the last 40 years and now his newest book with all of his stretching techniques is out.
Sir forgannwg, a region of south wales, anciently part of the welsh kingdom of glywysing, where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the early census rolls taken by the early. Designed for the utmost in comfort for the horse, mattes boasts the most useful correction system available tested, tried and true. This term is used for stretching techniques that use the reciprocal inhibition reflex andor the golgi tendon organ reflex. Aaron mattes methods allow you to stretch systematically allowing you to reach maximum flexibility. The mattes method, pg 3 in the second of this twopart series paul elliott will discuss how working with ais can augment your massage work. Oct 07, 2010 learn about active isolated stretching from the creator, aaron mattes.
In this introduction he explains aspects of this approach and provides. Each stretch begins by defining the current range of motion stretch point. Mattes definition of mattes by the free dictionary. It has been aarons passion for the last 40 years and now his newest book with all of his stretching. A job might obligate you to always enhance the knowledge and also encounter. Academy for aaron mattes active isolated stretching home. With first hand experience for over 10 years, sean snapp has helped thousands of people with conditions and injuries by properly stretching the body. In order to best prepare for this course, we require you purchase and watch a set of ais online. The mattes method active isolated stretching began to develop in 1970. Light years beyond static stretching, active isolated stretching and strengthening, the mattes method is a myofascial release technique used by many of the top olympic and professional athletes to create significant improvements in performance through expanded range of motion superior to any stretch technique weve seen. Following this tradition of excellence, mattes is proud to present the e. Incredibly userfriendly with a vast wealth of knowledge, making. This is the work from which the whartons books are drawn. Aaron mattes active isolated stretching stretching usa.
Specific isolated methods of stretching muscles and facia. This is the basis for aaron mattes active isolated stretching ais technique. The aaron mattes method of strength training is highly specific. The cover is moderately worn around the edges with some creasing.
Active isolated stretching ais provides effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching. I took his principle of 2 second stretches10 reps and started using it to open up clients hands and wrists that were tight from computer mousing and general repetitive motion. I also recommend the whartons stretch book, which is another presentation of this same method. Active isolated stretching the mattes method stretching. Stretching by bob anderson meet your next favorite book. Active isolated stretching ais the aaron mattes method. Longtime leader in innovative in sheepskin saddle pads, e. Specific stretching for everyone by aaron l mattes and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Developed by aaron mattes, ms, rki, lmt, active isolated stretching ais is a modality of stretching and strengthening that improves flexibility and overall well being. Ais is currently being used by therapists, trainers, athletes at all levels and people who just plain. The mattes method is based on sound medical and scienti. The active section will teach you as the individual how to stretch properly. Page after page of headtotoe stretches are shown in fullcolor photography.
What began as an attempt to find specific techniques to alleviate pain and improve everyday performance 40 years ago has developed into the scientific based art of isolated movement that we may experience today. In part 1 of this article, i began describing aaron mattes s active isolated stretching ais, explaining the seven defining characteristics of this uniquely effective modality. Share specific stretching for everyone by aaron l mattes paperback currently sold out. Stretch therapy was developed over the past 55 years by our pioneer and inventor of this technique, aaron l. Aaron mattes active isolated stretching contains over 700 color photos. Suzanne martin suzanne martin has cataloged almost every stretch known to humans in one book.
Discovering the power of aaron mattes active isolated. The field of massage therapy and bodywork encompasses a wide range of different styles and approaches. Rom of the hamstring muscles more so than static stretches. Active isolated stretching the mattes method by aaron l. Active isolated stretching ais with aaron mattes youtube. This book explains a lot of different stretches, sport specific stretches, strength training stretches and even has a bit on nutrition and back care. This is a type of unique physiological release which provides effective and facilitated stretching of the 3 dimensional connective tissue matrix of the living body. Academy for aaron mattes active isolated stretching about. Each of us brings a unique combination of skills that weve found to. The active isolated stretching ais principles is a method of muscular and fascial lengthening and release. Aaron mattes active isolated stretching download ebook. A surprising discovery discovering ais has been the second major turning point in my professional career.
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