Stretching and Warm-Ups

Holding a position Studies have found to be less effective

before power workouts, strength workouts, and explosive or anaerobic workouts

Static or ballistic stretching looses the muscle

Actually makes it weaker- cannot store energy when loose

Static Stretching

Static Stretching Examples

Static Stretching Examples

Ideal way to warm-up/prepare for an activity Moving muscles Creating momentum Active effort Reduces muscle tightness Injury prevention

Dynamic Stretching

Dynamic Stretching Examples