The introduction of new forms of exercise into the commercial or consumer markets is usually viewed in the scientific community with skepticism until research and documentation is obtained regarding their validity and training effects.
With any new mode of exercise there is concern related to its supposed training benefits. Currently, the Human Performance Laboratory at Auburn University at Montgomery is investigating the effectiveness of slide board exercise.
6,9,10,11,12,13 This article will review research findings that specifically relate to this form of exercise.