Why You Should Avoid (Static) Stretches Before a Workout
All of us has probably heard at one point in our lives, most likely from our parents, athletic coaches or personal trainer to make sure to STRETCH before any physical activity. The traditional reasoning typically states that holding static stretches helps loosen muscles before exercising, prevents injuries and even increases overall performance. However, the latest evidence in sports performance research points quite to the contrary. Here is the research. A group of moderatel