{"id":46771,"date":"2022-10-12T23:57:23","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T23:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=46771"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"types-of-stretching-exercises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Different Types Of Stretching Exercises: How To Do Them And Their Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Stretching\" >What Are The Benefits Of Stretching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#What_Are_The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretches\" >What Are The 7 Different Types Of Stretches?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Static_Stretching\" >Static Stretching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Dynamic_Stretching\" >Dynamic Stretching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Passive_Stretching\" >Passive Stretching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Active_StretchingActive-Passive_Stretching\" >Active Stretching\/Active-Passive Stretching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Ballistic_Stretching\" >Ballistic Stretching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Isometric_Stretching\" >Isometric Stretching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#PNF_Stretching\" >PNF Stretching<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#What_Are_The_4_Main_Types_Of_Stretching\" >What Are The 4 Main Types Of Stretching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#What_Are_10_Stretching_Exercises\" >What Are 10 Stretching Exercises?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are just getting into the fitness world &#8211; or have been in it for a while and are still learning the ropes &#8211; then you may only have heard of the importance of stretching. While stretching is not as popular as things like HIIT or the ins and outs of weight lifting, it is still a very important part of exercising and above all, injury prevention. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like all other types of training programs, there are different types of stretching exercises, all meant to help you and your body (especially the muscles) in different aspects. In today\u2019s article, we shall be familiarizing you with the distinct types of stretching exercises that you can do to ensure that you are flexible enough during your workout and that your muscles are limber enough afterward to enable you to continue your day.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretching\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Stretching\"><\/span><b>What Are The Benefits Of Stretching?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before getting into all the individual types of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pulled-hamstring-stretches\/\">exercises<\/a>, what are the benefits of this exercise? According to the<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MayoClinic <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and an article by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Medical School<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the biggest benefit of stretching exercises is improved flexibility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-importance-of-stretching\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When you are more flexible, the range of motion in your muscles and joints also increases, which further leads to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved posture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased performance in physical activities &#8211; which is very important to gym goers looking to get stronger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved circulation especially to your muscles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of injury<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved ability to do basic <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wrist-stretches\/\">daily activities<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved balance and coordination<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because stretching can be meditative, it is also said to relieve stress, help calm the mind, and may also help relieve headaches caused by tension and stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44384 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207575-1024x576.png\" alt=\"types of stretching exercises\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207575.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207575-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207575.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207575-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207575.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretches\"><\/span><b>What Are The 7 Different Types Of Stretches?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the types of stretching? The question of how many types of stretches exist is one that is constantly debated all over the fitness industry. While some claim that there are 5 types of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hip-stretches-for-runners\/\">stretching exercises<\/a>, others claim that there are only 4 or sometimes just three types of stretching exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, according to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massachusetts Institute of Technology, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">there are seven different types of stretching exercises. They include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/web.mit.edu\/tkd\/stretch\/stretching_4.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dynamic stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PNF stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passive stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ballistic stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isometric stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-vs-dynamic-stretching\/\"><i>Static Vs Dynamic Stretching: Understanding The Difference<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43555 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207485-1024x576.png\" alt=\"types of stretching exercises\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207485.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207485-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207485.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207485.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Static_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>Static Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of all the types of stretching exercises available, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/upper-spine-stretches\/\">static stretches<\/a> are probably the most commonly known and used stretches by many people. Static stretches are done when either lying down, sitting, or standing still and holding a single position for up to 45 seconds. You stretch a muscle to its furthest point and then maintain that stretch\/position without moving for up to 45 seconds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These types of stretches are often done after a workout as part of your cool down routine and are said to help minimize your risk of injury (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hss.edu\/article_static_dynamic_stretching.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). A great example of static stretching is bending over and touching your toes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dynamic_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>Dynamic Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike static stretches that are meant to be done at the end of the workout, dynamic stretches are the opposite and are often done at the beginning of your session as your warm up. Dynamic stretching is described as the type of stretching that involves actively moving your joints and muscles through a full range of motion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These movements are often slow and controlled which enables the given muscles and joints to smoothly go through the range of motion throughout the stretch. Like static stretches, dynamic stretches also lower your risk of injury as well as improving your speed, agility, acceleration and overall athletic performance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hss.edu\/article_static_dynamic_stretching.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Passive_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>Passive Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as relaxed stretching, it is a form of static stretching that is done with <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-stretch-quads\/\">some assistance<\/a>. You get into your stretch position of choice then with the assistance of another body part, a friend\/workout partner, or a stretching apparatus e.g yoga straps, you hold this position for up to 45 seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like static stretching, passive stretching is often done during the cool down portion of a workout session as it helps lower the risk of injury as well as muscle fatigue or soreness. These types of stretching exercises are also highly recommended to persons recovering from a muscle injury as they are quite effective in relieving muscle spasms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43399 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13-1024x576.png\" alt=\"types of stretching exercises\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Active_StretchingActive-Passive_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>Active Stretching\/Active-Passive Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like passive stretching in the section above, this kind of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/shoulder-mobility-exercises\/\">exercise<\/a> is also a form of static stretching. Unlike passive stretches &#8211; where the resistance for the stretch is provided by an external force, in this one the individual and agonist muscles provide the resistance needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An agonist muscle is one that contracts to provide the force\/resistance to move or rotate a bone through the joint. It provides an opposite action to the action of another muscle to make a movement\/stretch possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An active stretch would be simply lying on the floor and lifting your leg to stretch the hamstring. In this position, your hip flexors and core are the agonist muscles that help keep the leg elevated and the hamstring stretched.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active-passive stretches are a great way to strengthen and work on the flexibility of multiple muscles at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;BetterMe app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! 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In dynamic stretching, the goal is to smoothly move your joints and muscles through their normal range of motion. In ballistic stretching, you are required to push your muscle or limb beyond its normal range of motion &#8211; as far as you can without causing pain or discomfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While ballistic stretching is one of the most known types of stretches, people are often discouraged from trying them as there is a very high risk of injury due to movements being very \u2018jerky\u2019 and causing the muscles to spring a lot. If they have to be done, they should be under the direct supervision of an expert.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Isometric_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>Isometric Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is described as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a form of static stretching that involves the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chest-stretches\/\">resistance of muscle<\/a> groups through the tensing of the stretched muscles. In simpler terms, isometric stretching exercises are those that require the contraction of muscles without any movement in the surrounding joints (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30943568\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basically, you hold your body (muscles) in a certain position for a while without moving any joints. According to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical News Today, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">holding this position &#8211; with or without weights &#8211; causes tension\/contraction in the muscle which then allows more blood flow to the muscle in question, creating a metabolic stress which helps improve the muscles\u2019 strength and endurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some examples of isometric stretches\/exercises include planks, squats, pullups and glute bridges.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PNF_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>PNF Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), a technique that combines both passive and isometric stretching in order to achieve maximum static flexibility. With PNF stretching you first passively stretch a muscle group, then in the same stretched position contract it isometrically against a resistance and then finally passively stretch it again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This form of stretching can be done using 3 techniques that include the hold-relax, hold-relax-contract, or the hold-relax-swing. Like ballistic stretching, experts advise that PNF stretching techniques should only be done under supervision as they have a higher risk of injury.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43340 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5960-1024x576.png\" alt=\"types of stretching exercises\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5960.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5960-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5960.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5960.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretches\/\"><i>Static Stretches: The Five Must Haves In Your Stretching Routine<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_4_Main_Types_Of_Stretching\"><\/span><b>What Are The 4 Main Types Of Stretching?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we have seven types of stretching exercises listed above, some people claim that because active, passive and isometric stretches are considered forms of static stretching, they are not exactly main types of stretches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this case, the 4 main types of stretching exercises would be static, dynamic, ballistic and PNF stretching.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_10_Stretching_Exercises\"><\/span>What Are 10 Stretching Exercises?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are interested in improving your flexibility, here are some basic stretching exercises to do everyday<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neck stretch &#8211; This is especially important for office workers or those who sit at their desk\/computer all day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamstring stretch\u00a0 &#8211; If your preferred exercise is running\/ walking or you are about to do some leg day workouts, making sure that your hamstrings are flexible will save you a lot of pain and soreness later on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chest stretch &#8211; Tight chest muscles are said to be a cause of shoulder pain, neck pain, difficulty taking deep breaths, and difficulty lifting heavy things.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tricep stretch &#8211; Any upper body exercises will include this muscle and so you must make sure that it is flexible enough to endure your workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calves stretches &#8211; If you want to keep your achilles safe, stretch your calves. Tight calf muscles can also lead to other kinds of foot and leg pain\/injuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knee-to-Chest stretch &#8211; A great lower body and back stretch that covers muscles in the spine and glutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder stretch &#8211; Not only is it important for flexibility when doing upper body workouts &#8211; or in daily life when lifting heavy things, it also helps relieve any tension you may have in the body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrists stretch &#8211; This is an important stretch for anyone who spends their days writing or typing a lot. It is also important for people who lift very heavy weights.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quad stretch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hip Flexors stretch &#8211; Hip flexors are used in everyday life and when doing lower body workouts so make sure that they are flexible enough.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Betterme will keep you laser-focused on your weight loss journey! Nutrient-packed meal plans, fat-blasting workouts, galvanizing challenges and much more. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_7_Different_Types_Of_Stretching\">Try using the app and see for yourself<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All these types of stretching exercises are done to ensure that you are flexible enough not only in the gym but also in day to day life. They ensure that your muscles are not tight, warm and have enough blood flow to support you through your day-to-day activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this in mind, always make sure to give at least 15 minutes of your day to stretching whether you are working out or not. 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Kamau\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/05bcd715bea15329a5c0bc94910663b3\"},\"headline\":\"The 7 Different Types Of Stretching Exercises: How To Do Them And Their Benefits\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/\"},\"wordCount\":1744,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_98097287-scaled.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Fitness\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">If you are just getting into the fitness world - or have been in it for a while and are still learning the ropes - then you may only have heard of the importance of stretching. While stretching is not as popular as things like HIIT or the ins and outs of weight lifting, it is still a very important part of exercising and above all, injury prevention. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Like all other types of training programs, there are different types of stretching exercises, all meant to help you and your body (especially the muscles) in different aspects. In today\u2019s article, we shall be familiarizing you with the distinct types of stretching exercises that you can do to ensure that you are flexible enough during your workout and that your muscles are limber enough afterward to enable you to continue your day.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Are The Benefits Of Stretching?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Before getting into all the individual types of <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pulled-hamstring-stretches\/\\\">exercises<\/a>, what are the benefits of this exercise? 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Kamau","@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/05bcd715bea15329a5c0bc94910663b3"},"headline":"The 7 Different Types Of Stretching Exercises: How To Do Them And Their Benefits","dateModified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/"},"wordCount":1744,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretching-exercises\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_98097287-scaled.jpg","articleSection":["Fitness"],"inLanguage":"en-US","articleBody":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are just getting into the fitness world - or have been in it for a while and are still learning the ropes - then you may only have heard of the importance of stretching. While stretching is not as popular as things like HIIT or the ins and outs of weight lifting, it is still a very important part of exercising and above all, injury prevention. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like all other types of training programs, there are different types of stretching exercises, all meant to help you and your body (especially the muscles) in different aspects. In today\u2019s article, we shall be familiarizing you with the distinct types of stretching exercises that you can do to ensure that you are flexible enough during your workout and that your muscles are limber enough afterward to enable you to continue your day.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Are The Benefits Of Stretching?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before getting into all the individual types of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pulled-hamstring-stretches\/\">exercises<\/a>, what are the benefits of this exercise? According to the<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MayoClinic <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and an article by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Medical School<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the biggest benefit of stretching exercises is improved flexibility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-importance-of-stretching\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). 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