Impact of Emotional Factors on Hamstring Tightness in Bodybuilders of Islamabad

• Saqia Bibi

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Hamstring tightness is a widespread musculoskeletal problem among bodybuilders, which is regarded to be caused by physical load, although, new evidence shows that emotional aspects could make an important contribution to the tension of muscle. This paper explores the issue of hamstring tightness among bodybuilders in Islamabad and how it is related to emotional meaning like stress, anxiety, and psychological stress. The study involved 100 bodybuilders aged between 18 and 35 years and the standardized physical assessment and validated questionnaires were used to assess emotional states in the cross-sectional study. The results showed that a large percentage of the highly emotionally stressed participants are characterized by the high hamstring tightness, which implies a psychosomatic correlation between emotional well-being and musculoskeletal health. These findings highlight the significance of considering mental health in physical training programs to avoid injuries and enhance performance in general. The paper shows that awareness campaigns and comprehensive fitness programs and initiatives are needed to focus on the psychological and physical aspects.

Keywords: Hamstring tightness, Bodybuilders, Emotional stress, musculoskeletal health, Islamabad

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