static stretch
Motionless muscle lengthening
A static stretch is a stretch held in a fixed position for a sustained period, typically 15–60 seconds, allowing muscles to lengthen gradually: Hold each static stretch for at least 30 seconds.
This contrasts with dynamic stretching, which involves movement.
Static stretching is commonly used after exercise to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tension.
- holdMaintain in grasp
- flexibilityAbility to adapt easily
- muscleContractile body tissue
- lengtheningIncreasing in extent
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Building muscle through resistance
muscle contraction · isometric hold · weightlifting · high-intensity interval training
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