Very large agencies and state police/patrols use this model. No matter how much experience or education you have someplace else, you can't be an officer for the NYPD, LAPD, Chicago PD, or most any state patrol unless you complete their academy. With in house academies, the trainee is on the payroll from the first day.
The tape was invented by Japanese chiropractor Kenzo Kase in the 1970s. The U.K. web site for Kinesio tape claims it can alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, relax muscles, enhance performance, and help with rehabilitation as well as supporting muscles during a sporting event.
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: It tones your arms, legs, and stomach. You're putting a stiff muscle contraction through the entire thing. While it targets some more than other, it's really more a yoga pose than it is a toning exercise. However, because it does 'assist' in toning, it's seen as strength training. Mostly, you're learning endurance, but it does assist in toning your arms, abs, and some of your legs. Source(s): Took med in college.