Can i do stretching everyday ?

[wariorpolni]

Hello, i do short dynamic stretching as my part of warmup before workout. Many people do static stretching after their workout, but i hate it post workout, i just want to go to shower after my workout. So my question is - can i do like 15 minutes of static stretching everyday before bed for example ? Even on my off days, i want to stay flexible, but wont it hurt my gains ? Thx

[DrBulkenstein]

I never stretch before a workout. I only do body movement excerises to warm up the muscle. But, stretching after a workout while you're still holding on to a pump can maximize the effectiveness of your stretches. But if you cant bring yourself to do it, stretching before bed is fine ESPECIALLY on off days. In no ways can stretching "kill" your gains.

[SuffolkPunch]

I don't see the need personally - unless you have a specific need to improve your ROM for one of your exercises.

By the way there is some evidence that stretching between sets can improve hypertrophy - Jeff Nippard has a video out on this recently.

[MargaretRod]

Definitely, you can do static stretching everyday before going to bed as this helps us to prevent cramping.

[lolilol1987]

Static stretching after a workout will help to work out any soreness you'd have the next day. But, static stretching before going to bed will help you relax, calm the nervous system and promotes better sleep.

[grouchyjarhead]

Stretching regularly is a good thing. Knock yourself out.

[SuffolkPunch]

Sorry guys but I don't believe there is any evidence that stretching affects either trigger points (which can cause cramps) or soreness.

I like to build a stretch into a resistance movement - you need both resistance and stretch to actually cause permanent changes. Otherwise stetching only causes a temporary change in neuromuscular resting tension which soon reverts to normal.