stretching techniques

Question 1

what is static stretching

Answer 1

• stretching a muscle to its farthest point or limit and then maintaining that position for 15-20 seconds
• very safe and effective.

Question 2

what is proprioceptive neruromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching

Answer 2

• combination of static and isometric stretching and work to get new length of muscle.
• contraction against a resistance.
• results in increased range of motion
• usually requires a partner
• good for rehabilitation
• stretches further than static
• minimal risk of injury

Question 3

what is Dynamic stretching

Answer 3

• movement of the body to lengthen the muscle
• controlled movement
• doesn’t force the muscle beyond normal range of motion

Question 4

what is ballistic stretching

Answer 4

• body movement stretch that forces muscles further than there normal range of motion.
• bouncing is commonly used
• very high chance of injury
• replicates movement required for their sacrifice activity

Question 5

explain the purpose of stretching

Answer 5

• increases flexibility
• when muscle stretched , receptors in the muscles called muscle spindles are stimulated. these record change in length and send a muscle to the brain and reacts according ( over stretching for example a pain message is sent saying that is bad mmk)