For years, athletes and fitness enthusiasts were told to hold long stretches before exercise to “loosen up” and prevent injury. Recent research, however, suggests that the type of stretching matters more than the act itself. Static stretching, where a position is held for 15–60 seconds, can temporarily decrease muscle power and speed if performed immediately… The post The Science of Stretching Before Your Workout: Help or Hinder? appeared first on IDEA Health & Fitness Association.
