What is stretching?
Q: What is stretching?
A: Stretching is a physical fitness exercise in which a muscle (or muscle group) is intentionally stretched to its fullest length to improve elasticity and tone.
Q: What are the benefits of stretching?
A: Stretching helps a person have better control of their muscles and be more flexible.
Q: Is stretching a natural activity for humans?
A: Yes, stretching is a natural and instinctive activity for humans and many other animals.
Q: When is stretching often done instinctively?
A: Stretching is often done instinctively after waking from sleep, after long periods of being inactive, or after leaving small spaces and areas.
Q: Why do athletes and dancers stretch deliberately before or after exercise?
A: Athletes and dancers stretch deliberately before or after exercise in order to enhance performance and reduce injury.
Q: How many basic types of stretching are there?
A: There are three basic types of stretching: ballistic, dynamic, and static stretching.
Q: What is the difference between the three basic types of stretching?
A: Ballistic stretching involves bouncing movements, dynamic stretching involves moving the muscles through a full range of motion, and static stretching involves holding the stretch in a fixed position.
