dynamic stretching question...

[osuperu]

i just think it looks like slower ballistic stretching..maybe ive been showed wrong...

so what exaclty is the difference between dynamic and the other streches...what makes it soo much better?

[ninjanurse]

IMO, a dynamic stretch is one where the muscle groups are performing the intended action while stretching is going on (and there is no bouncing going on) . For example: sitting on the floor with legs apart and relaxed-stretching to each side, etc. would be passive, while turning the foot and hip to a side kick position and stretching while the muscles are flexed would be dynamic. Also, ahp budo oligi* in TKD is a dynamic stretch as all muscles are in action at the top of the kick (stretch).

*front leg stretch, front raise, etc.

[Jerry]

And you also stretch the muscle in question very slowly and way beyond it's normal "ability". This helps you to become more flexible. I suggest you use a partner when doing dynamic stretching because you WILL stop when you reach your limit, whereas your partner will push it that little extra.