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Pre-lift stretching: Did you know?
Static stretching is not necessarily "bad" before lifting weights, but it may not be the most effective way to prepare your muscles for strength training. Here’s why:
1. Decreased Strength and Power:
Research has shown that static stretching can temporarily decrease strength, power, and explosive performance. This is due to a phenomenon known as “stretch-induced strength loss.”
2. Reduced Muscle Tension:
Static stretching relaxes the muscles and reduces the tension, which might decrease the stability of joints and the ability of muscles to produce force quickly and efficiently. This can also increase injury risk.
3. Reduced Neural Drive:
It can decrease the neural drive to the muscle, reducing the muscle’s ability to contract effectively.
4. Potential Overstretching:
There is a risk of overstretching muscles and tendons, which can lead to decreased performance and increased risk of injury.
Alternatives to Static Stretching Before Lifting Weights:
Dynamic stretching/mobility
Progressive overload warmups
Activation movements
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