Dynamic and ballistic stretching primarily involves which type of movement?

Dynamic and ballistic stretching primarily involves bouncing movements. This type of stretching consists of rapid, controlled movements that target the muscles and joints through a full range of motion. The goal is to warm up the body, increase blood flow, and improve flexibility in a dynamic manner.

Dynamic stretching often incorporates movements that mimic the activity to come, facilitating the preparation of the muscles and joints for physical performance. For example, movements such as leg swings or arm circles are common in dynamic stretching routines and effectively enhance muscle elasticity and functional range of motion without the risks associated with static holds or excessive bouncing that might lead to injury.

In contrast, types of stretching like static holds involve maintaining a position without movement, which is beneficial for improving flexibility but does not warm up the body in the same dynamic way. Slow, controlled stretches are more about gently elongating the muscle without rapid movements, and isometric contractions involve muscle engagement without changing the length of the muscle, neither of which aligns with the principles of dynamic and ballistic stretching.