What stretching actually does to your body ft. Sofie Dossi

Diana from Physics Girl explores the science behind flexibility, collaborating with contortionist Sophie Dawsey. She learns about hyperflexibility, the role of collagen, and the physiological changes during stretching. A biomechanist explains how stretching affects muscles, tendons, and ligaments, and a meta-analysis reveals that static stretching is most effective for improving flexibility. Diana concludes with a call to action to explore more content.

What physiological changes occur in the body as a result of regular stretching?

What is the alpha gamma reflex loop and how does it relate to stretching?

According to the meta-analysis, what is the recommended duration and frequency for static stretching?