It happens at random moments, however they are usually preventable. We can reduce the risk of these incidences by incorporating static stretching into our exercise routine on a regular basis. Static stretching elongates your soft tissues and muscles which increases your range of motion limitations. These stretches should be performed post-exercise as they prevent your muscles from shrinking and help retain the flexibility you lost during your workout. They also allow your muscles to rebuild themselves and grow, as well as repair any damage done during exercise. Static stretching is beneficial post-workout, however strength performance has proven to decrease when preceded by static stretching. Performing static stretches before your workout reduces the responsiveness between your muscles, making them less resistant during contraction and consequently resulting in a decreased capacity for you to produce force. Therefore it is recommended that you perform static stretching as part of your cool down routine rather then before exercise as you don’t want to hinder your ability to optimize your
It happens at random moments, however they are usually preventable. We can reduce the risk of these incidences by incorporating static stretching into our exercise routine on a regular basis. Static stretching elongates your soft tissues and muscles which increases your range of motion limitations. These stretches should be performed post-exercise as they prevent your muscles from shrinking and help retain the flexibility you lost during your workout. They also allow your muscles to rebuild themselves and grow, as well as repair any damage done during exercise. Static stretching is beneficial post-workout, however strength performance has proven to decrease when preceded by static stretching. Performing static stretches before your workout reduces the responsiveness between your muscles, making them less resistant during contraction and consequently resulting in a decreased capacity for you to produce force. Therefore it is recommended that you perform static stretching as part of your cool down routine rather then before exercise as you don’t want to hinder your ability to optimize your