💨 Abstract

A local sports medicine physician warns against aggressive or improper stretching, which can lead to muscle and joint injuries. Jennifer Gourdin emphasizes that stretching should be combined with strength training and aerobic activity. She advises against quickly pursuing flexibility through static stretches or using devices like split machines without warming up. Instead, dynamic stretching before exercise and static stretching after are recommended. Gourdin suggests starting with light stretches and gradually increasing intensity, avoiding sharp pain or swelling.

Courtesy: Neal Augenstein