What is ballistic stretching?

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Ballistic stretching is similar to dynamic stretching in that it’s movement-based. Instead of moving a body part to the end of its range of motion, however, you attempt to go beyond this range. These stretches often require uncontrolled movements that may result in injury.

What are the example of ballistic stretching?

Whereas static stretches are performed slowly and gradually, the ballistic stretch as we said is completely the opposite. You can do many of the same stretches as ballistic or static stretches. For example, the ballistic stretch of touching your toes (also static stretch) would be to bounce and jerk toward your feet.

What is static and ballistic stretching?

Static stretching is the most commonly used and involves lengthening a muscle to the point of discomfort and then holding that position for a short period of time ( 5). Ballistic stretching involves continuous bouncing movements at the end ROM where the muscle is at maximal length.

When should you use ballistic stretching?

Ballistic stretching is another type that’s meant to be done before you start your workout. The process uses fast and sudden movements. This stretch is used most often by athletes. One of its specific details is the extending of the parts of the body past their range of motion.

What happens when you do ballistic exercise?

Ballistic training forces the athlete’s body to recruit and trigger fast twitch muscle fibers. This is important because these muscle fibers have the greatest potential for growth and strength. Ballistic training requires the muscles to adapt to contracting very quickly and forcefully.

When should you do ballistic stretching?

Why is ballistic stretching good?

Potential benefits of ballistic stretching include: Stretching muscle beyond standard stretching techniques. Improved tendon elasticity. Less soreness than static stretching.

What is the difference between ballistic and dynamic stretching?

Ballistic stretches involve trying to force a part of the body beyond its range of motion. In dynamic stretches, there are no bounces or “jerky” movements. An example of dynamic stretching would be slow, controlled leg swings, arm swings, or torso twists.