S7:E2 - Types of stretching approaches

<p>-</p> <p>Today I want to talk about two main types of stretching — Static vs Dynamic</p> <p>.</p> <p>Is one better than the other, Dr. Amy?</p> <p>.</p> <p>No – but I do believe we need BOTH!</p> <p>.</p> <p>[Going to nerd-out on this topic for those who are interested in the deep deets]</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>1) STATIC STRETCHING</p> <ul> <li>Focuses more on the tendon aspect of the muscle-tendon connection to the actual bone</li> <li>Advantageous to get into end-range positions</li> <li>Personally, I like to static stretch within the cool-down routine</li> </ul> <p>2) DYNAMIC STRETCHING</p> <ul> <li>Focuses more on the muscle spindle aspect of the muscle belly</li> <li>Advantageous to “prime” the working muscles for performing a specific movement pattern with better efficiency</li> <li>Personally, I like to dynamic stretch within the warm-up routine</li> </ul> <p>–</p> <p><strong>*BONUS – FPT YouTube Channel link: &nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fortressphysicaltherapy"><u><strong>https://www.youtube.com/@fortressphysicaltherapy</strong></u></a></p> <p>.</p> <p>.</p> <p>#FunctionWithPurpose</p> <p>#FPTEducation</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>The Function with Purpose Podcast</p> <p>.</p> <p>All things health - wellness - fitness - &amp; education through the physical therapy perspective</p> <p>.</p> <p>Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how &amp; why physical therapy should be a part of your health &amp; wellness lifestyle</p> <p>.</p> <p><strong>PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE</strong></p> <p><strong>.</strong></p> <p><strong>.</strong></p> <p><strong>DISCLAIMER: &nbsp;THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. &nbsp;IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).</strong></p> <p>.</p> <p>.</p> <p>Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com</p> <p>980-272-8044</p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/FortressPT"><u><strong>https://linktr.ee/FortressPT</stron