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Expert Profile: Brad Walker (The Stretch Coach)

Expertise:  I'm more than happy to answer any questions relating to stretching and flexibility. Including how to use stretching to improve your athletic performance, prevent sports injury and aid in the recovery of sports injury.

Experience in the area
I'm an internationally recognized stretching and sports injury consultant with 20 years of practical experience in the health and fitness industry. And the founder of (The Stretching Institute).

Organizations
Sports Medicine Australia

Publications
I've written 5 books on stretching, flexibility and sports injury, including... The Stretching Handbook (ISBN: 978-0958109338), The Anatomy of Stretching (ISBN: 978-1556435966) and The Anatomy of Sports Injuries (ISBN: 978-1556436666). Plus, I've had numerous articles published at About.com, Athletes.com and BodyBuilding.com.

Education/Credentials
I'm a health science graduate of the University of New England, with post graduate accreditations in athletics, swimming and triathlon coaching. I've worked with elite level and world champion athletes and I lecture for Sports Medicine Australia on injury prevention.

Past/Present Clients
I've worked as assistant coach to Miles Stewart (World Champion Triathlete) and Mick Doohan (World 500cc Motorcycle Champion). Plus I've worked with countless other athletes from sports as diverse as roller-skating, squash, and cycling.

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Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
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(bryan on 06/08/09)
Thank You very much, this information is very helpful. The response time was outstanding too. Best wishes.
(Paul on 04/15/09)
Thank you so much. That was EXTREMELY helpful. I think I am going to see a lot of improvement thanks to your advice!
(Ollie on 04/14/09)
Great to hear from someone who really knows what he is talking about. Thanks.
(Charles on 03/16/09)
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Recent Answers from Brad Walker (The Stretch Coach)
2009-06-19  Problem with Inner Thigh Stretches:  Hi Gayle It's a little hard to give you an accurate diagnosis without being able to consult with you physically. There could be a number of reasons why you feel discomfort in the front of the hip...
2009-06-18  Problem with Inner Thigh Stretches:  Hi Gayle Thanks for your inquiry. It's a pleasure to help and I hope the following is beneficial. There are a couple of things I would suggest that will help to make your stretching more effective...
2009-06-18  Flexability coach in Toronto, ON, Canada:  Hi Yoav Thanks for your inquiry. It's a pleasure to help and I hope the following is beneficial. We no longer do personal consulting, but their are a few places that may be able to help. Try......
2009-06-12  Ankle Sprain:  Hi Merlin Thanks for your inquiry. It's a pleasure to help and I hope the following is beneficial. You've done the right things so far, but it's time to move onto some more aggressive rehab techniques...
2009-06-10  Pain when stretching - Splits:  Hi Alyssa Thanks for your inquiry. It's a pleasure to help and I hope the following is beneficial. PNF Stretching is one of the most effective forms of stretching for the splits. You can find more...
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