Reflexology and Athletics
By Laura Norman [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Laura_Norman]
The world in sports is balance. For the professional marathoner as well as the weekend jogger, the key to peak athletic performance is remaining in balance. When athletes talk about being always on the fine edge, they mean the need to walk a fine line between extremes, for the athlete knows better than anyone how important it is for the body to remain in peak condition, and that means cooperation among the various parts and systems of the body.
Reflexology and Athletics:
Consider muscles alone. Actually, muscles never are alone; they are distributed in groups throughout the body. Each set of muscles is balanced by another set. When one contracts, the other relaxes. In fact, the electrochemical activity in any one muscle is a process of on and off, positive and negative, tension and release. Serious athletes work consistently on all muscle groups so that no one set dominates. For top performance, muscle groups must be uniformly developed and must function in harmony with one another.
So by making reflexology a part of your regular training, you will be playing from the vantage point of strength and balance. One of my associates who is a marathon runner has a reflexology practice made up almost entirely of athletes. He finds that his clients pay better, their times improve, their concentration is sharper, they suffer fewer injuries, and when they are injured they recover in a much shorter time so they can return to the game. He recommends making reflexology an adjunct to other toning and stretching therapies and activities, such as massage therapy and swimming, for general conditioning as well as recovery from sore and injured muscles.
Laura Norman, best-selling author, world-renowned Reflexologist and Coach is frequently featured in national magazines, newspapers, on radio, TV and the Internet. Laura has helped thousands of people banish burnout and erase fear and anxiety from their lives through her unique, holistic approach to Mind-Body-Spirit Wellness.
For access to Laura's FREE newsletter, including more of Laura's powerful insights, tips and tools you can use, please visit http://lauranormanreflexology.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Reflexology-and-Athletics&id=5686423] Reflexology and Athletics