Static stretching

What experts have said about Static stretching

3 statements · 3 positive

1. Andrew David HubermanPositiveJun 18, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

   Static stretching, including PNF, appears best for long-term flexibility gains.

   “static stretching, which includes pnf, appears to be the best route to go.”

   Listen at 16:03

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2. Andrew David HubermanPositiveJun 18, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

   Thirty-second static holds appear optimal for increasing limb range of motion.

   “static stretching of holds of 30 seconds appear to be best.”

   Listen at 16:13

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3. Andrew David HubermanPositiveJun 18, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

   A proposed protocol uses two-to-four 30-second static sets five days weekly.

   “we should probably be doing anywhere from two to four sets of 30 second static hold stretches five days per week.”

   Listen at 17:28

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