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Estabilidade Articular
Treinamento Esportivo
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Abstract
The prescription of physical exercises in sports medicine must consider the integration of different types of movements to optimize performance and reduce the risk of injuries. Among the main tools used are multi-joint and single-joint exercises, which serve distinct yet complementary functions. The former, such as squats and deadlifts, involve multiple joints and large muscle groups, promoting overall strength gains, power, and intermuscular coordination. These movements also simulate sport-specific movement patterns, enhancing biomechanical efficiency and contributing to injury prevention. On the other hand, single-joint exercises, such as knee extensions and elbow flexions, focus on isolating specific muscles and are frequently employed in rehabilitation settings and in the correction of muscular imbalances. This study aims to highlight the importance of the strategic combination of multi-joint and single-joint exercises in sports practice, with the goal of improving performance as well as preventing and recovering from injuries. The present analysis is based on a review of recent scientific literature on the effects and applications of these two types of exercises in athletic training and physical therapy programs. Studies addressing strength parameters, joint stability, motor control, and functional rehabilitation were considered. The data show that a balanced combination of multi-joint and single-joint exercises in training programs is more effective than the isolated use of either approach. This integration promotes not only athletic performance gains but also joint stability and the prevention of injuries caused by overload or muscular imbalances. Therefore, the individualized and strategic prescription of these exercises represents a fundamental principle in the practice of sports medicine.
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