Effects of low-intensity and short-duration isometric contraction after static stretching on range of motion, passive stiffness, and isometric muscle force

Although static stretching is commonly performed to improve flexibility, it has been reported to have detrimental effects on muscle force and performance. Previous studies have reported that low-intensity and short-duration isometric contraction after static stretching inhibits stretch-induced force...

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Main Authors: Shin Goto, Shingo Matsuo, Masahiro Iwata, Wakako Tsuchida, Genki Hatano, Satoshi Kataura, Yasuhiro Banno, Yuji Asai, Shigeyuki Suzuki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine 2020-09-01
Series:Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jpfsm/9/5/9_247/_pdf/-char/en