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Static stretching - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Static stretching is used to stretch muscles while the body is at rest. It is composed of various techniques that gradually lengthen a muscle to an elongated position (to the point of discomfort) and...
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Static stretching exercises for a cool down which can be used to improve the mobility and range of movement ... By contrast, static stretches are more appropriate for the cool down. ... Muscle stretching...
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Many coaches advocate the use of static stretching prior to exercise. Static stretching involves reaching forward to a point of tension and holding the stretch. Static stretching has been used through out the years for two main reasons: injury prevention and performance enhancement.
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Action Plan for Arthritis by A. Lynn Millar, PT, PhD ... The key to using ballistic stretching properly is to warm up with mild aerobic activity and then use a gentle (not vigorous) bouncing motion. The time and repetition guidelines are the same as for static stretching - 30 seconds, 3 to 5 repetitions.
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Many people use the term "passive stretching" and "static stretching" interchangeably. However, there are a number of people who make a distinction between the two. According to M. Alter: ... Static stretching involves holding a position. That is, you stretch to the farthest point and hold the stretch ...
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In your Sport Fit Card you'll find 10 static stretches. ... The tension, or stretching intensity should not be too great as the muscle being stretched will contract in an effort to prevent further stretching, which could result in a muscle pull or tear. The ideal level of stretch should be between a level 4 and a 6 on a...
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