<p>As yogis, we’re certainly aware of the many benefits of stretching — but&nbsp;<strong>are you aware of what the research actually says about how to stretch effectively? Or how to evaluate that research honestly?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On this week’s Yogaland, I’m sharing meta-analyses and systematic reviews to give you a clear, accurate, and intellectually honest picture of what actually increases flexibility.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Why dynamic and passive stretching work through completely different mechanisms — and why you need both.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>&nbsp;What the research consistently shows about stretch intensity — and why moderate intensity outperforms both light and maximal stretching for tissue adaptation.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>The sweet spot for hold duration — and why total weekly volume matters more than any single session variable.</li><li>&nbsp;</li><li>The most important and most under-appreciated variable in flexibility training.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>I'd love to know what you think of episodes like these, so please leave a comment. It also helps others find our work.</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland">http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>