Question

Which involves holding a muscle at greater than resting lengths for 20 to seconds is the best way to improve flexibility

a) callisthenic training
b) weight training
c) static stretching
d) yoga and pilates

Answer 1

"Static stretching" is the one of the best way to improve flexibility among the following choices given in the question that involves holding a muscle at greater than resting lengths for 20 to seconds. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the third option or option "c".

Answer 2

The correct answer is option c, that is, static stretching.

Step-by-step explanation:

A stretching technique in which a stretch is maintained in a comfortable but to somewhat a challenging position for a time duration, generally for about 10 to 30 seconds is known as the static stretching. This stretching technique is the general form of stretching found in a fitness regime and is regarded effective and safe for better overall flexibility.

However, this technique is considered less beneficial in comparison to dynamic stretching for bettering the range of motion for functional motion like sports and daily living activities.