Resistance training vs. stretching for increased range of motion (ROM)

🧐 Additional stretching before resistance training may not be necessary to enhance flexibility.

🏋️ 🧘‍♀️Large overview study found no difference in improvements of range of motion (ROM) when subjects did resistance training only or stretching only.

🤖 So according to this data, a warming-up using movement specific exercises (front squat, good morning, push-up) might be more beneficial AND time efficient than doing long stretches before lifting.

👨‍🏫 Read the full paper here: PMID: 36622555

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-022-01804-x

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