„Extended stretching“ (minimum one minute) is one of the passive methods of stretching. It should be regarded as its own training session. Through this method muscle tone can be regulated. It has a positive influence on the water content of the fascia and increases lubricity. Frequent stretching results in positive changes in the connective tissue at the junction of muscles and tendons, which has a positive effect on the joints.

Your benefits:

• Effective and economic movements are only possible when muscles and/or groups of muscles are not only contracted but relaxed, to allow joints to move freely.
• In the case of muscle shortening antagonists have to apply additional force. This issue can be fixed via extended stretching sessions, improving running performance for instance.
• Stretching compensates for limited movement caused by muscle tension. This can cause a reduction in speed, which is especially critical in sports such as tennis or in track and field, where a ball is thrown.
• Following an intense training session, stretching provides a general feeling of physical well-being and helps the body recover.
• Stretching increases the lubricity of fascia.