Take your stretching routine to a new level

Static stretching is the most common form of stretching. You lengthen a muscle to the point of mild tension and hold it for 10 seconds or longer. Personal trainers and fitness instructors mostly use static stretching, because it's easy to teach and simple to learn.

However, dynamic stretching is gaining popularity, especially with trainers and coaches. It's one way to increase the range of motion around a joint. Range of motion refers to having both mobility (flexibility) and stability (strength). You move the joint through a comfortable range of motion for a series of three or more repetitions.

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Dynamic stretch techniques are particularly good for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. They can be used to warm up or cool down after a workout. Arm circles, leg swings, torso rotation and ankle circles are all examples of dynamic stretches; they help to increase mobility of the joint, as well as the muscles around the joint. The more similar the dynamic stretch patterns are to the activity or sport, the better. If performed well, dynamic stretching has incredible benefits, and has been known to increase sports performance and enhance everyday mobility.