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}}</ref> PNF typically involves a partner who assists the stretcher by actively stretching the [[muscle]]. Each PNF stretch is done by alternating the [[contraction]] and relaxation of both [[agonist]] and [[antagonist]] muscles. It is usually done by a 10 second holding/contraction phase followed by a 10 second relaxation phase. |
}}</ref> PNF typically involves a partner who assists the stretcher by actively stretching the [[muscle]]. Each PNF stretch is done by alternating the [[contraction]] and relaxation of both [[agonist]] and [[antagonist]] muscles. It is usually done by a 10 second holding/contraction phase followed by a 10 second relaxation phase. |
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Revision as of 12:57, 12 June 2008
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is a method of stretching. It is capable of facilitating greater gains in flexibility than with other methods, such as static stretching or dynamic stretching.[1] PNF typically involves a partner who assists the stretcher by actively stretching the muscle. Each PNF stretch is done by alternating the contraction and relaxation of both agonist and antagonist muscles. It is usually done by a 10 second holding/contraction phase followed by a 10 second relaxation phase.
External Links
- ExRx.net-examples of PNF stretches
References
- ↑ Dan Donche (23 July, 2007). Quick Guide to Stretching. FatalFitness.com. Retrieved on 2008-04-11.