Dynamic Stretching
Moving through ranges of motion repeatedly to warm up muscles and joints.
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Dynamic stretching involves controlled movements through ranges of motion, such as leg swings and arm circles. Unlike static stretching, it increases blood flow and body temperature without reducing force production. Dynamic stretching is ideal before training to prepare muscles and joints for exercise.
Examples
- Leg swings before squatting
- Arm circles before pressing
- Walking lunges before lower body workout
Related Terms
Stretching and mobility exercises
123 exercises in the library match this description.
Arm Circles
Stretching · None
Behind Head Chest Stretch
Stretching · Other
Brachialis-SMR
Stretching · Foam Roll
Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall
Stretching · None
Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall
Stretching · None
Calves-SMR
Stretching · Foam Roll
Cat Stretch
Stretching · None
Chair Leg Extended Stretch
Stretching · Other
Common questions
What is Dynamic Stretching?
Moving through ranges of motion repeatedly to warm up muscles and joints. Dynamic stretching involves controlled movements through ranges of motion, such as leg swings and arm circles.
What exercises train the Dynamic Stretching?
Good options include Arm Circles, Behind Head Chest Stretch, Brachialis-SMR, Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall, Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of Dynamic Stretching?
Leg swings before squatting; Arm circles before pressing; Walking lunges before lower body workout.
Put it into practice
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