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Flexibility · Overview
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Flexibility & Mobility: What the Sources Studied
Stretching and joint range of motion, in single sessions and over weeks, across joints and muscle groups: what the reviews and trials on this entry measured. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
10 sources: 3 meta-analyses, 4 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Acute Static Stretching Before Strength and Power Efforts: What the Sources Studied
Reviews and trials of a static stretch performed immediately before a maximal strength, power or speed effort. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
6 sources: 5 meta-analyses, 1 randomised controlled trial
Chronic Stretching: What the Reviews Measured
Weeks of regular static stretching, with range of motion, maximal strength and muscle size as the outcomes, and range of motion after stretching stops: what the syntheses on this entry measured. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
8 sources: 2 meta-analyses, 5 randomised controlled trials, 1 systematic review
Dynamic Stretching, Foam Rolling, PNF and Post-Activation Strategies: What the Comparisons Measured
Reviews and trials comparing dynamic stretching with foam rolling or self-myofascial release, PNF stretching and post-activation potentiation strategies before activity. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect and no comparison.
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Flexibility · Concept
10 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 1 non-randomised trial, 8 randomised controlled trials
Dynamic and Ballistic Stretching Compared with Static: What the Sources Studied
A meta-analysis and trials comparing dynamic and ballistic (bouncing) stretching with static stretching for flexibility and range of motion. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect and no comparison.
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Flexibility · Concept
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Static Stretching and Range of Motion: What the Reviews Measured
Meta-analyses, systematic reviews and trials of static stretching and joint range of motion, in single sessions and over weeks, across hamstrings, ankle dorsiflexion and other muscle groups. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
10 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 2 non-randomised trials, 4 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Static Versus Dynamic Stretching Before Explosive Performance: What the Sources Studied
Reviews and trials of dynamic and static stretching in a warm-up, with power, sprint and jump performance as the outcomes, on their own and inside a full task-specific warm-up. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect and no comparison.
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Flexibility · Concept
9 sources: 3 meta-analyses, 1 non-randomised trial, 5 randomised controlled trials
Stretch Tolerance vs. Real Tissue Change
Whether range-of-motion gains reflect stretch tolerance (a sensory change) or mechanical change in the muscle-tendon unit: what the reviews and trials on this entry measured. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no mechanism.
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Flexibility · Concept
8 sources: 2 meta-analyses, 2 non-randomised trials, 3 randomised controlled trials, 1 with design not recorded
Stretching Dose (Intensity, Duration, Frequency): What the Sources Studied
Meta-analyses and trials of how much stretching was done, at what intensity, for how long and how often, with range of motion as the outcome. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no dose-response.
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Flexibility · Concept
6 sources: 3 meta-analyses, 1 randomised controlled trial, 2 systematic reviews
Stretching for Recovery & Soreness: What the Reviews Measured
Reviews and one trial of stretching after exercise, with soreness, recovery and cramp among the outcomes. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
5 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 1 randomised controlled trial
Stretching, Balance & Agility
Reviews and one trial of stretching and agility, balance, post-exercise recovery, muscle cramp and running economy. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
9 sources: 3 meta-analyses, 1 non-randomised trial, 5 randomised controlled trials
Stretching, Muscle Stiffness & the Muscle-Tendon Unit
Meta-analyses and trials of static stretching and passive stiffness of the muscle-tendon unit, in single sessions and over weeks. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect on stiffness.
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Flexibility · Concept
7 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 5 randomised controlled trials, 1 systematic review
Stretching, Warm-Up Programs and Injury: What the Sources Studied
A meta-analysis, a systematic review and randomised trials of multi-component neuromuscular warm-up programs such as FIFA 11+, with injury or physical performance as the outcome. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no injury effect.
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Flexibility · Concept
10 sources: 3 meta-analyses, 4 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Timing: Stretching Before vs. After Exercise
Static stretching before exercise, and longer holds after or in standalone sessions: what the reviews and trials on this entry measured. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect of timing.
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Flexibility · Concept
8 sources: 2 meta-analyses, 2 non-randomised trials, 3 randomised controlled trials, 1 with design not recorded
Weekly Stretching Volume and Frequency: What the Sources Studied
Meta-analyses and trials of total stretching exposure, intensity and how often it is spread across the week, with range of motion as the outcome. The sources' conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no dose-response.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Ankle Dorsiflexion Mobility Routine
Calf stretches and loaded knee-to-wall drills several days a week: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, static stretching and range of motion, with ankle dorsiflexion among the targets. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 1 non-randomised trial, 8 randomised controlled trials
Ballistic Stretching Routine (Advanced)
Controlled bouncing at the end of range after a thorough warm-up: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, dynamic and ballistic stretching alongside static stretching for flexibility. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
11 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 2 non-randomised trials, 5 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Dynamic Warm-Up Sequence
Five to ten minutes of dynamic drills before activity: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, dynamic and static stretching before explosive performance. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
8 sources: 2 meta-analyses, 5 randomised controlled trials, 1 systematic review
Foam Rolling / Self-Myofascial Release Routine
Rolling each major muscle group before activity: one of the warm-up methods the sources on the concept entry compared with dynamic stretching. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect and no comparison.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 1 non-randomised trial, 8 randomised controlled trials
Full-Body Mobility Flow
Flowing dynamic movements through each major joint: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, dynamic stretching alongside static stretching for flexibility. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Full-Body Static Stretching Routine
Holds of 30 to 60 seconds per major muscle, two or three times a week: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, static stretching and joint range of motion. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Hamstring Flexibility Routine
Static holds, PNF or active variations for the hamstrings, 30 to 60 seconds a side, several days a week: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, static stretching and range of motion, with hamstring flexibility among the targets. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Hip Flexor & Hip Mobility Routine
Static hip-flexor stretches with active hip mobility drills: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, static stretching and range of motion across muscle groups; none of them singles out the hip flexors. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
6 sources: 5 meta-analyses, 1 randomised controlled trial
Long-Duration Stretch Protocol (Advanced/Experimental)
Extended daily static holds: the long-duration, high-volume stretching protocols that the syntheses on the concept entry studied for strength and muscle size as well as flexibility. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
8 sources: 2 meta-analyses, 5 randomised controlled trials, 1 systematic review
PNF Contract-Relax Routine
Contract, relax, then stretch further, a few cycles per muscle: one of the methods the sources on the concept entry compared with dynamic stretching and foam rolling. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect and no comparison.
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Flexibility · Practice
11 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 2 non-randomised trials, 5 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Pre-Workout Dynamic Prep
A short, task-specific dynamic sequence before lifting, running or sport: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, dynamic and static stretching before explosive performance. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
10 sources: 4 meta-analyses, 3 randomised controlled trials, 3 systematic reviews
Shoulder Mobility & Flexibility Routine
Cross-body and doorway stretches with active drills: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, static stretching and range of motion across muscle groups; none of them singles out the shoulder. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no effect.
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Flexibility · Practice
7 sources: 1 meta-analysis, 5 randomised controlled trials, 1 systematic review
Structured Neuromuscular Warm-Up (FIFA 11+ Style)
A multi-component warm-up of running, strength, plyometric and balance drills: one way to carry out what the sources on the concept entry studied, structured neuromuscular warm-up programs such as FIFA 11+ with injury as the outcome. Their conclusions are not yet recorded in this library, so this entry states no injury effect.
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