JOURNAL ARTICLE

Adding an additional 15-s static stretching exercise can promote the prolonged effect of a 30-s static stretching exercise.

  • Published In: Isokinetics & Exercise Science, 2026, v. 34, n. 1. P. 6 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nakamura, Masatoshi; Kasahara, Kazuki; Murakami, Yuta; Takeuchi, Kosuke; Thomas, Ewan; Scardina, Antonino; Konrad, Andreas 3 of 3

Abstract

This article investigates whether the prolonged effects of a 30-second static stretching (SS) exercise on knee flexion range of motion (ROM), pain pressure threshold (PPT), and tissue hardness can be extended by adding a short 15-second SS exercise after a 15-minute rest. In a randomized controlled study with 15 healthy recreationally active males, results showed that while a single 30-s SS improved these measures immediately, the effects diminished within 15 minutes. However, performing an additional 15-s SS just before the 15-minute mark sustained significant improvements in ROM, PPT, and tissue hardness compared to either the 30-s SS alone or the 15-s SS alone. These findings suggest that incorporating brief additional SS bouts may help maintain flexibility and muscle passive property benefits during longer sports warm-up routines.

Additional Information

  • Source:Isokinetics & Exercise Science. 2026/02, Vol. 34, Issue 1, p6
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Anatomy and Physiology
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0959-3020
  • DOI:10.1177/09593020251394829
  • Accession Number:192433361
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