How long should a stretch be held to obtain plastic deformation of the tissue and enhance muscle flexibility?

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15 to 30 seconds is the appropriate amount of time to hold a stretch to obtain plastic deformation of the tissue and enhance muscle flexibility. Holding a stretch for too short of a time can be ineffective while holding it for too long can lead to injury or decreased muscle performance.

How Long Should a Stretch Be Held to Obtain Plastic