To cause effective change in the range of motion of a joint, there are several key points to consider:
1. Are the short and tight muscle groups in the body being stretched through exercise as well as statically, after training or on days off?
2. Are we applying stretch on a consistent enough basis to build tolerance to the range explored in the stretch?
3. Have we been strengthening the weak muscle groups counter to the short and overactive ones?
4. Are we addressing habit change as one of the drivers of correcting flexibility and posture, and implementing those changes into daily life?
5. Finally, are we doing everything possible to maintain range of motion as we age, to reduce the risk of injury, falls, and loss of connective tissue integrity?
Peter Attia, M.D. Exercise, VO2 max, and longevity | Mike Joyner, M.D.
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This material is provided for general education. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for care from a qualified health professional. If you are recovering from an injury or under the care of a physical therapist, follow their guidance first.