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PNF stretching, contract and relax stretching, muscle energy techniques, pails and rails… - Doesn’t really matter what you call it, there are many different flexibility techniques that use muscle contraction DURING the stretch. - Personally, this is my favorite way to stretch anything because the gains you make in flexibility are awesome. - Most importantly though, stretching this way helps STRENGTHEN the muscles while you are stretching them. - It teaches your neuromuscular system how to use th

More tension, more range! PNF stretching techniques are traditionally prescribed to the area being stretched and help your body relax deeper but this often isn’t enough especially when chasing big positions like the splits. By challenging tension through the whole body you can further calm the nervous system and overcome these sticking points. I like things like the pec stick, hugging a med ball or even just holding a weight. @rangeofstrengthnetwork | Range Of Strength