Flexibility Training

What is static stretching?

• Static stretching is a type of stretching where a muscle is stretched to its farthest point and held in that position for a period of time without any movement.

• Static stretching is a type of stretching where a muscle is stretched slowly and released gradually.

• Static stretching is a type of stretching where a muscle is not stretched at all.

• Static stretching is a type of stretching where a muscle is stretched quickly and released immediately.

Which type of stretching involves holding a stretch for a prolonged period of time?

• ballistic stretching

• dynamic stretching

• static stretching

• active stretching

What are the benefits of static stretching?

• Static stretching has no impact on flexibility, range of motion, muscle soreness, or risk of injury.

• Static stretching can increase muscle soreness and risk of injury.

• Static stretching can help improve flexibility, increase range of motion, and reduce muscle soreness and risk of injury.

• Static stretching can decrease flexibility and range of motion.

What is dynamic stretching?

• Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching that should only be done before a workout.

• Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching that involves holding a stretch for an extended period of time.

• Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching that is only beneficial for athletes.

• Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching that involves moving parts of your body and gradually increasing the range of motion.

Which type of stretching involves moving parts of your body through a full range of motion?

• Dynamic stretching

• Ballistic stretching

• Isometric stretching

• Static stretching

What are the benefits of dynamic stretching?

• Dynamic stretching does not have any benefits.

• Dynamic stretching only helps improve flexibility.

• Dynamic stretching helps improve flexibility, increase range of motion, enhance athletic performance, and reduce the risk of injury.

• Dynamic stretching can actually decrease range of motion.

What is PNF stretching?

• Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching

• Progressive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching

• Physical Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching

• Passive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching

What does PNF stand for in PNF stretching?

• Physical Neuromuscular Flexibility

• Postural Neurological Facilitation

• Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation

• Progressive Neurological Function

What are the benefits of PNF stretching?

• Increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, enhanced athletic performance, and reduced risk of injury.

• No benefits at all.

• Decreased flexibility, weakened muscle strength, impaired athletic performance, and increased risk of injury.

• PNF stretching can actually cause harm to the muscles and joints.

What is ballistic stretching?

• Ballistic stretching is a type of stretching that involves holding a stretch for an extended period of time.

• Ballistic stretching is a type of stretching that focuses on static movements.

• Ballistic stretching is a type of stretching that is only suitable for professional athletes.

• Ballistic stretching is a type of stretching that involves bouncing or jerking movements to increase flexibility.