

Dr Falk Mersmann discussed the hows and whys of building tendon strength
Sep 17, 2024
Dr. Falk Mersmann, head of a research group at Humboldt University, specializes in muscle and tendon biomechanics. He reveals the crucial balance between tendon stiffness and muscle strength to prevent injuries. Personalized tendon loading strategies can enhance adaptations, while simplistic activities like running alone aren't enough for tendon health. He dispels myths about stretching reducing stiffness and argues that plyometrics might not boost tendon strength. Mersmann emphasizes understanding mechanical stiffness for effective injury prevention in athletes.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Tendon Adaptation and Injury Risk in Athletes
02:02 • 9min
Enhancing Tendon Stiffness for Athletes
10:51 • 8min
Exploring Tendon Stiffness: Methodologies and Challenges
19:11 • 5min
Understanding Tendon Stiffness and Stretching
23:52 • 4min
Rethinking Tendon Mechanics and Stretching
28:05 • 6min