stretching

Also known as stretching exercise, muscle stretching exercise, muscle stretching exercises

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Research

98,136 papers

A review of the acute effects of static and dynamic stretching on performance.European journal of applied physiology · 2011
Chronic effects of stretching on range of motion with consideration of potential moderating variables: A systematic review with meta-analysis.Journal of sport and health science · 2024
The effect of time and frequency of static stretching on flexibility of the hamstring muscles.Physical therapy · 1997
Effect of a novel stretching technique on shoulder range of motion in overhead athletes with glenohumeral internal rotation deficits: a randomized controlled trial.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2021
Non-local acute stretching effects on strength performance in healthy young adults.European journal of applied physiology · 2021

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Physiology
Psychology
Types of stretches
Dynamic stretching
Static stretching
Effects of stretching
Flexibility
Strength
Reducing injury risk
Muscle soreness
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thumb|Samira Mustafaeva, Russian rhythmic gymnast thumb|A stretching Siberian tiger

Stretching is a form of physical exercise in which a specific muscle or tendon (or muscle group) is deliberately expanded and flexed in order to improve the muscle's felt elasticity and achieve comfortable muscle tone. The result is a feeling of increased muscle control, flexibility, and range of motion. Stretching is also used therapeutically to alleviate cramps and to improve function in daily activities by increasing range of motion.