Memorial University of Newfoundland

About: Memorial University of Newfoundland is a education organization based out in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Gadus. The organization has 13818 authors who have published 27785 publications receiving 743594 citations. The organization is also known as: Memorial University & Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador.

The impact of instability resistance training on balance and stability.

Abstract: logical mechanisms controlling stability Topics range from extrinsic factors (environment) to intrinsic factors (ie muscle coordination, vestibular response) Balance is achieved through an interaction of central anticipatory and reflexive actions as well as the active and passive restraints imposed by the muscular system However, less research has attempted to document the effects of balance on performance measures (ie force, power) Furthermore, short- and long-term adaptations to unstable environments need more substantial research While force and other performance measures can be adversely affected by a lack of balance, the transferability of instability training to activities of daily living and sport is not precisely known The applicability of instability and resistance training using unstable platforms or implements may have strong relevance in a rehabilitative or athletic setting Therefore, a comprehensive review of the literature in this area may possibly be of benefit to practitioners who deal with the general population, athletes or persons debilitated by balance and/or stability disabilities