James Kohler - Flexibility Training: Types & Effects.

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The entire musculoskeletal system benefits from having good flexibility. Flexibility is essential for normal joint health. Get an update on types of stretching and some of their benefits. Try them out!

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Quote: Stretching prior to resistance exercise decreases the likelihood of injuries, particularly muscle strains. It increases the range of motion of the joints being trained.

I presume there is evidence of this decrease of injury. Recent research suggests otherwise. In addition the increased range of motion of a joint contributes to its injury. This article is hardly up to date.