Want a better workout? Don’t stretch before (from msnbc.com)
LONDON – Want a better workout? Then don’t stretch beforehand, some experts say.
Many people take it for granted that they should start their exercise routines with some stretching on the spot, perhaps hoping it will loosen them up for their workout. Most fitness experts now agree this kind of static stretching before exercise is not just counter-productive, but potentially harmful.
Traditional stretches, like when people bend over to touch their toes or stretch their legs on a fence, often cause the muscles to tighten rather than relax — exactly the opposite of what is needed for physical activity.
One Response to “Want a better workout? Don’t stretch before (from msnbc.com)”
June 9th, 2010 saat: 7:27 am
This is exactly why I have most client perform a dynamic stretch/warmup combo as prescribed by NASM. I find it effectively warms the muscles up, while relaxing tendons, ligaments and muscles. Their are several types of dynamic warmups around including yoga based varieties!
Personally I find a dynamic stretch and warmup the best way to get a workout started. I have to agree that the static stretches do not make sense pre-workout and consume too much time for too little payoff.
Good stuff!
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