Static Stretching

• It is when you hold a position in which your muscle is maximally extended within a comfortable range without movement.

• This should not be painful, but rather slightly uncomfortable

Dynamic Stretching 

• Performed throughout the fullest range of motion.

• It can be broken down into two categories: ballistic dynamic stretching and active dynamic stretching.

  • Ballistic Dynamic Stretching

    • Is known as bounce stretching​

    • Stretching in uncontrolled, uncoordinated movements, usually involving momentum and bouncing.

  • Active Dynamic Stretching

    • Allows  movement through the full range of motion with controlled action. ​

    • Is considered better for preventing injuries to muscles and surrounding joint tissues.​

Active Stretching

• Refers to any time an opposing muscle group contracts to increase the stretch.

  • For example, to stretch the hamstring, you may straighten your leg with the quadriceps to release tension in the hamstring and allow for stretch.​

Passive Stretching

• Refers to any time an outside force is applied to muscles to change range of motion.​

• You allow the weight of your body and gravity to increase the stretch of the muscles.