Using the Nordic Hamstring Exercise to Reduce Hamstring Injuries in Gaelic Football

Various modes of football, such as soccer, rugby, Gaelic football (GF), and Australian rules football (ARF), have been carefully examined regarding injuries, risk factors, and training to prevent injury. To date, few studies have examined hamstring injury (HI) in GF. Other modes of football have received a considerable amount of research. The research indicates many HIs are common during movements such as high-speed running, deceleration, and kicking. The purpose of this article is to introduce the Nordic hamstring exercise as an exercise used to increase eccentric hamstring muscle strength and reduce HI.
Source: Strength and Conditioning Journal - Category: Sports Medicine Tags: Article Source Type: research