Passive (or Relaxed) Stretching is static passive stretching is sticking to a position with the help of some part of our body as opposed to active stretching. You could use the help of an apparatus or your partner to hold on to some part of your body. Usually at fitness training centers or at the therapist’s, the therapist or the trainer assists those undergoing this exercise.

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Splits is a common relax stretch

You can bring up one leg high and would require some assistance for keeping it in that position. Your partner or trainer could help you or you could do with some apparatus. Split is a common form of passive (or relaxed) stretching where the floor is your aid. You can use the floor to keep you in the extended position for the duration of the stretch.

For people with muscle spasms contracted after injuries, this relaxed and slow technique is of immense help. But you should check with the medical practitioner before trying it out. As the muscles that you would be relaxing are injury prone, performing the stretch under the watchful eyes of the trainer or therapist is the best way to go about it.

Great for cellulite cure

After an intense workout, you may need to cool down from the heat generated by the vigorous activity. Muscles can become sore and fatigued after a hectic workout and the passive (or relaxed) stretching can provide great relief. For obesity cure it also works wonders as working on the legs have shown miraculous results. Women with cellulite thighs have shown the muscles firming up after a series of workouts and bout of passive stretching exercises helps with the process of continuing. Cellulite thighs could be unsightly and you need to do something about them before embarking in a much looked forward to beach holiday. By lifting one leg and keeping it up there with the help of your partner or trainer can take away the flabby look and leave it firmed up after repeated sessions similar to a lower intensity bodyweight calisthenics like a Naked Commando workout.

passive stretching

Also known as static passive stretching, passive (or relaxed) stretching is performed slowly and is an effective relaxant. The cooling down process after a rigorous workout by performing the stretches can bring down the level of lactic acid produced by extending the muscles to their maximum capacity. This form of relaxed stretching is also easy and you can easily include it in your daily exercise schedule. Primarily, the aim of passive (or relaxed) stretching is to improve the motion range as much as possible by relaxing the muscles and speed muscle recovery.

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