Badminton warm-up and warm-down (4): Dynamic stretching

Dynamic stretching is carried out by “continually moving forward, unlike static stretching which takes place in the same spot. Dynamic stretching is harder to do than static but has better results. Dynamic stretching stretches the muscle groups more completely and also can mimic special badminton movements (such as a big step) as is usually done before formal training or competitions, stimulating the muscles and getting them, ready for the intense exercise to follow....<FULL ARTICLE>

1. Quadriceps dynamic stretch

KEY POINTS

．Pull the right foot behind the body with both hands, using the left leg for support (don’t lock the knee)    and move the right foot as much in the direction of the bottom as possible (the right knee should face    down),let go of the right foot and take a big step forward with the right leg.

．Then, pull the left leg up behind you with both hands and repeat the movement above.

．Advanced movement:When standing on one leg, stand on tip toes to increase the intensity and level of     difficulty.

Badminton warm-up and warm-down(3):Upper body static stretching

When we play badminton we don’t just need our lower body to allow us to shuffle-step quickly around the court, we also need a powerful strike to play well. The upper muscle groups that allow us to strike the shuttlecock powerfully are the neck muscles, the chest muscles..... <FULL ARTICLE>

The main upper body muscle groups used in badminton

Badminton warm-up and warm-down (2):Lower body static stretching

Badminton warm-up and warm-down can be divided into static and dynamic stretching movements; the former can be divided into upper and lower body movements. Today, we will first introduce lower body static stretching.

The main role played by the lower body in badminton is “quickly moving” the body to the shuttlecock striking position. This rapid back and forth movement makes heavy use of the lower body’s main muscle groups, the quadriceps, gluteus maximus, hamstring muscles and calf muscles.... <FULL ARTICLE>

The main lower body muscle groups used in badminton

Badminton warm-up and warm-down (1):Concept introduction

Before playing or practicing badminton, warming up can reduce the risk of sports injury; likewise warming down after playing speeds up lactose metabolism, eliminating the feeling of tiredness after the day’s exertion.Warming up and warming down are key steps when playing or practicing badminton.... <FULL ARTICLE>

Warming up and warming down are equally important

Summary of VICTOR Indonesia International Challenge 2012

VICTOR Indonesia International Challenge 2012 has come to its closing ceremony. Four titles were taken by Indonesian player on beautiful final match that was held at Sudirman Hall, Surabaya.

Second seed on men double, Ricky Karanda Suwardi/Muhammad Ulinnuha defeated another Indonesian pair, Yonathan Suryatama Dasuki/Hendra Aprida Gunawan 21-12, 12-21 ,21-16.

Hera Desi won the woman single title after defeating Korea’s strong player, Bae Seung Hee on 2 straight set  21-16, 21-18.


On Mixed Double, Korean pair Lee Jae Jin /Yoo Hyun Young won the gold medal by defeating Indonesian pair,  Tri Kusmawardana/Aprilsasi Putri Lejarsar Variella 19-21, 21-13, 21-12....  <FULL ARTICLE>

Korean pair Lee Jae Jin /Yoo Hyun Young won the gold medal 

BWF World Rankings for June 2012

The world’s top men’s doubles pair, Jung Jae Sung / Lee Yong Dae, have had reason to celebrate time and again this year



World No. 1 spots coveted by many change hands



June was the start of a new badminton era; Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia, world number 1 for quite a while, was injured in the final of the Thomas Cup in May and was unable to complete in the Indonesian Super Series in June. Lee won the tournament last year and his absence this year meant that the number of ranking points he has won fell. China’s No. 1 men’s singles player Lin Dan replaced Lee in No.1 spot in the men’s singles world rankings.....<FULL ARTICLE>

Luck draw winners list of READY TO WIN comes out!

Congratulation!



Luck draw winners list of READY TO WIN comes out !
1.The winners will be informed by email.
2.The winners in Taiwan of R.O.C.
Please bring your own ID card and go to the referred dealer to receive the gift during 23rd,July,2012 to 27th,July,2012. Please be noted that the gift will expire on 27th,July,2012.
3.The winners in territory except Taiwan of R.O.C. or in another countries.
The prize will be delivered in parcel witin two weeks of winners announcement. The delivery takes 10-20 days. Please check your e-mail for the notice and revert with delivery information.....<FULL ARTICLE> 

Insistence

VICTOR Indonesia International Challenge 2012 badminton tournament

VICTOR Indonesia International Challenge 2012 badminton tournament will be held at Sudirman Badminton Hall Surabaya on 2^nd to 7^th July 2012.

The USD 20.000,- total prize event will be joined by 226 participants from 15 countries: Indonesia (145), Malaysia (20), South Korea (16), Thailand (11), Singapore (6), Germany (6), Japan (6), Philippines (5), Belgium (2), France (2), Mauritius (2), Brunei Darussalam (2), Canada (1), Estonia (1) and Wales (1). They will compete in 5 categories: Man Single, Woman Single, Man Double, Woman Double, and Mix Double. ... <FULL ARTICLE>

2012 VICTOR Documentary : READY TO WIN

2012  VICTOR  Documentary : READY TO WIN

READY TO WIN - 【Insistence】  


The men’s doubles with Lee Sheng Mu and Fang Chieh Min have experienced various big and small tournaments, and further endured various obstacles. But they are going to attain victory in the 2012 sports circle grand event. With constant vigorous smashes, they persist in the defense with all their hearts, and will certainly strike back with all their strength if they have the opportunity. The incomparably persistent pair continuously concentrate on preparation for victory on the practice field.... <FULL ARTICLE>