4.10 - Stretching With a Partner
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This article is from the Stretching FAQ, by Brad Appleton Brad_Appleton@ivhs.mot.com with numerous contributions by others.
4.10 - Stretching With a Partner
When done properly, stretches performed with the assistance of a partner
can be more effective than stretches performed without a partner. This is
especially true of isometric stretches (See "3.6 - Isometric Stretching")
and PNF stretches (See "3.7 - PNF Stretching"). The problem with using a
partner, however, is that the partner does not feel what you feel, and thus
cannot respond as quickly to any discomfort that might prompt you to
immediately reduce the intensity (or some other aspect) of the stretch.
This can greatly increase your risk of injury while performing a particular
exercise.
If you do choose to stretch with a partner, make sure that it is someone
you trust to pay close attention to you while you stretch, and to act
appropriately when you signal that you are feeling pain or discomfort.
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