Static stretching is unlikely to improve strength and performance

Prof Tony Kay

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A Health & Wellbeing article on the effects static stretching on strength performance and range of motion, with guidance on how to use it in a warm-up.

Period	31 Dec 2024

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Title	Static stretching is unlikely to improve strength and performance
Degree of recognition	International
Media name/outlet	The New York Post
Media type	Web
Country/Territory	United States
Date	31/12/24
Producer/Author	Lindsey Bever
URL	https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/12/31/static-stretching-performance-injury/
Persons	Tony Kay

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