The information presented in this article is intended to make the reader aware of the most current research on the topic of flexibility and to make some practical suggestions for planning effective programs for developing flexibility in athletes. Though additional research needs to be done, we have enough knowledge to plan sound programs for reducing the incidence of injury and for promoting optimal performance among athletes in all sports. References for exercise selection and testing, as well as for documentation of the materials presented in this article are provided on the following pages.
本文所提供的信息旨在让读者了解关于柔韧性这一主题的最新研究，并为规划有效的运动员柔韧性发展计划提供一些实用建议。尽管还需要进行更多研究，但我们已有足够的知识来规划合理的计划，以降低运动员受伤的发生率，并促进所有运动项目的运动员达到最佳表现。以下页面提供了运动选择和测试的参考文献，以及本文所呈现材料的文献记录。
