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What is the Fascial Network? How does fascia-specific training affect the quality of the body's network of connective tissue? The Fascial Network, a new resource for exercise trainers and instructors, closes the knowledge gap in exercise science regarding fascia a long-neglected structure that deserves far more attention than it has received, until now. The fascial network is a web of connective tissue that surrounds the body's muscles and organs. It gives the body integrity, providing the tensional network in which our muscles work. Fascia-specific training makes the body more resilient, more flexible, and more energetic. This new approach of looking at our own anatomy provides a primarily scientific explanation for the physiological processes that make up the energy-related holistic thinking of Eastern concepts such as acupuncture, Yoga, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong. Thus, two doctrines that could not be more different in their approach find common ground and offer mutual ways of explanation. __The Fascial Network__ explains the function of the body's connective tissue by offering insight into its formation, physiology, and anatomy. This resource includes exercises for fitness as well as for recreational and competitive sports. With fully illustrated examples for practical implementation, it also serves as a training aid for instructors and physical therapists. Develop a healthier, stronger you with __The Fascial Network__ Cover 1 Table of Contents 7 Foreword 10 1 Introduction 16 2 Fascia—where do they come from and why do we need them? 22 2.1 “Fascia? Never heard of it!” 22 2.2 How important are fascia for fitness training and everyday life? 26 3. Fascia—what exactly are they? 32 3.1 Principles of anatomy and physiology 32 3.1.1 Connective tissue functions 35 3.1.2 Connective tissue formation 36 3.1.3 Connective tissue components 37 3.1.4 Types of connective tissues 44 3.2 Connective tissue as a sensory organ 49 3.2.1 Body awareness 49 3.2.2 Types of receptors 52 3.2.3 Pain 64 3.2.3.1 Mental and somatic resilience 64 3.2.3.2 Reaction of fascia to pain 66 3.2.3.3 Sore muscles or sore fascia? 68 3.2.3.4 Causes of pain 71 4 Fascia in Motion 78 4.1 Posture during motion 78 4.1.1 Tensegrity 79 4.1.2 Dynamic balance 82 4.2 Supply is everything – from gel to sol 83 4.2.1 Crosslinks 83 4.2.2 Going with the flow – the basic matrix 86 4.2.3 Shifting fluids 90 4.2.4 Rules for practice 93 4.2.5 Practice 94 4.2.5.1 Connecting movements (flow) for active exchange 94 4.2.5.2 Individual practice examples for active exchange 106 4.2.5.3 Passive exchange (foam roller or ball) 111 4.3 The renaissance of pulsing and swinging 115 4.3.1 Collagen and elastin 118 4.3.2 The catapult effect 121 4.3.3 Use creates structure 125 4.3.4 Practice 132 4.4 Fascial stretch—orientation of structures 145 4.4.1 Perpetual remodeling—half-lives of connective tissue cells 145 4.4.2 New (old) principles of stretching 150 4.4.2.1 Stretching methods 151 4.4.2.2 Elastic limit—to here and no further 155 4.4.2.3 Stretching, from head to toe 156 4.4.3 Myofascial meridians 157 4.4.3.1 The superficial back line (SBL) 159 4.4.3.2 The superficial front line (SFL) 160 4.4.3.3 The lateral lines (LL) 162 4.4.3.4 The spiral lines (SL) 164 4.4.4 Rules for practice 166 4.4.4.1 Stretching—variation is the key to success 166 4.4.4.2 Suggested methods 166 4.4.4.3 Uninhibited gliding 167 4.4.5 Practice 168 4.4.5.1 Practical examples based on myofascial meridians (per T.W. Myers) 168 4.4.5.2 Modern stretching flows 199 4.4.5.3 Elongating and stretching 216 Digression Fascia—selected aspects of flexibility, stretching, and strength training, Dr. Jürgen Freiwald 222 4.5 Fascial power 231 4.5.1 Myofibroblasts 231 4.5.2 Tensional network—fascia 232 4.5.3 Strength training methods 233 4.5.4 Rules for practice 238 4.5.5 Practice 240 4.6 Sensory refinement 249 5 Summary 260 5.1 General training recommendations 264 5.2 Differentiation and contraindication 265 5.2.1 Is there a gender-specific difference? 265 5.2.2 Does the aging process affect connective tissue? 266 5.2.3 Is fascial training useful to athletes? 267 5.2.4 When not to exercise 269 5.2.5 Salutogenesis 270 References 271 Credits 276 What is the Fascial Network? How does fascia-specific training affect the quality of the body's network of connective tissue? The Fascial Network, a new resource for exercise trainers and instructors, closes the knowledge gap in exercise science regarding fascia a long-neglected structure that deserves far more attention than it has received, until now. The fascial network is a web of connective tissue that surrounds the body's muscles and organs. It gives the body integrity, providing the tensional network in which our muscles work. Fascia-specific training makes the body more resilient, more flexible, and more energetic. This new approach of looking at our own anatomy provides a primarily scientific explanation for the physiological processes that make up the energy-related holistic thinking of Eastern concepts such as acupuncture, Yoga, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong. Thus, two doctrines that could not be more different in their approach find common ground and offer mutual ways of explanation. The Fascial Network explains the function of the body's connective tissue by offering insight into its formation, physiology, and anatomy. This resource includes exercises for fitness as well as for recreational and competitive sports. With fully illustrated examples for practical implementation, it also serves as a training aid for instructors and physical therapists. Develop a healthier, stronger you with The Fascial Network . "The Fascial Network explains the function of the body's connective tissue by offering insight into its formation, physiology, and anatomy. This resource includes exercises for fitness as well as for recreational and competitive sports. With fully illustrated examples for practical implementation, it also serves as a training aid for instructors and physical therapists"--Back cover This book has all you need to know about the fascial network and how to train it perfectly for all kinds of sports! Provides an overview of the development, physiology, and anatomy of the connective tissue.