Flexibility training methods Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the difference between active and passive stretching.
A
Active stretching is without equipment, internal force.
Passive stretching is with equipment, external force.
2
Q
State one benefit of including stretching in your warm-up routine.
A
reduce risk of injury.
3
Q
What does PNF stand for?
A
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation.
4
Q
Explain why a gymnast would include flexibility training in their training programme.
A
Increase range of movement-motion
Improve performance
