It is generally accepted that increasing the flexibility of a muscle-tendon unit promotes better
performances and decreases the number of injuries. Stretching exercises are regularly …

ABSTRACT POWER, K., D. BEHM, F. CAHILL, M. CARROLL, and W. YOUNG. An Acute
Bout of Static Stretching: Effects on Force and Jumping Performance. Med. Sci. Sports …

Abstract Samuel, MN, Holcomb, WR, Guadagnoli, MA, Rubley, MD, and Wallmann, H. Acute
effects of static and ballistic stretching on measures of strength and power. J Strength Cond …

Abstract Kistler, BM, Walsh, MS, Horn, TS, and Cox, RH. The acute effects of static stretching
on the sprint performance of collegiate men in the 60-and 100-m dash after a dynamic warm …

Previous research has shown that static stretching (SS) can diminish the peak force output of
stretch-shortening cycle actions while performing a dynamic warm-up (DW) protocol has …

Abstract Haddad, M, Dridi, A, Chtara, M, Chaouachi, A, Wong, DP, Behm, D, and Chamari, K.
Static stretching can impair explosive performance for at least 24 hours. J Strength Cond …

The current document addresses i) the biomechanics of stretching, ii) the effect of stretching
on injury risk, and iii) the effect of stretching on performance, while it does not address the …

Stretching is commonly practiced before sports participation; however, effects on
subsequent performance and injury prevention are not well understood. There is an …

We applied a meta‐analytical approach to derive a robust estimate of the acute effects of pre‐
exercise static stretching (SS) on strength, power, and explosive muscular performance. A …

Stretching long has been commonplace in the training programs of recreational and
competitive athletes. Its role in performance enhancement has been debated. This review …